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2mo ago

German Election Nears as Scholz and Merz Rule Out Coalition

With the Bundestag election days away, leading candidates address voter concerns in televised forums while outlining their distinct visions for Germany.

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In der ARD-„Wahlarena“ von Jessy Wellmer und Louis Klamroth mussten sich die Kanzlerkandidaten Zuschauerfragen stellen, im RTL-„Quadrell“ moderierten Pinar Atalay und Günther Jauch.
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Overview

  • Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) and opposition leader Friedrich Merz (CDU) stated they would not serve together in a coalition government, citing differing priorities.
  • The ARD 'Wahlarena' allowed voters to question candidates Scholz, Merz, Habeck (Greens), and Weidel (AfD) on topics like pensions, migration, and climate policy.
  • Merz focused on tax cuts and reducing welfare benefits, while emphasizing innovation and 'technology openness' in climate policy.
  • Scholz defended his record on social issues like pensions and housing, pledging to maintain a stable rent control framework and extend the current pension system.
  • Alice Weidel faced scrutiny over her party's stance on LGBTQ+ rights and migration, while Robert Habeck highlighted the need for European technological independence and stronger climate action.