Overview

• Critics argue Brantner’s interview lacked substantive policy proposals and failed to carve out a distinct Green platform.
• She insisted the Greens are “the most reasonable force” but spent more time denouncing other parties than defining her own agenda.
• Brantner reaffirmed climate change as the party’s core issue despite polls showing voters rank environmental protection fifth.
• She accused Chancellor Merz of ignoring the climate emergency and labeled the government’s stance as a step backwards.
• On migration, Brantner denounced Interior Minister Dobrindt’s border controls, highlighting 400,000 police overtime hours to thwart 350 crossings.