Bavaria's Political Ash Wednesday: Parties Address Election Results and Future Strategies

Major Bavarian political parties gather for traditional post-election speeches, reflecting on recent Bundestag results and outlining key priorities.

The CSU, led by Markus Söder in Passau, focuses on explaining its 37.2% election result and addressing the rise of the AfD, which gained 19% in Bavaria.
Hubert Aiwanger of the Free Voters speaks in Deggendorf, facing internal questions about prioritizing federal ambitions after poor election performance in Bavaria (4.3%).
The AfD, celebrating significant electoral gains, hosts a provocative event in Osterhofen featuring controversial speakers and confrontational rhetoric.
The Greens, meeting in Landshut, emphasize reconnecting with their base after a disappointing 12% result in Bavaria and discuss strategies for future growth.
The SPD, with Karl Lauterbach as keynote speaker in Vilshofen, navigates its role as a potential coalition partner while addressing internal and external expectations.