Robert Habeck Faces Mixed Perceptions as Green Party Struggles in Polls

While Habeck is seen as likable by a majority, doubts about his competence persist, complicating the Greens' campaign efforts.

A recent Forsa poll reveals that 54% of Germans find Robert Habeck, the Green Party's chancellor candidate, sympathetic, but only 33% regard him as competent.
Habeck's campaign events, such as a rally in Leipzig attended by over 1,000 supporters, have drawn enthusiastic crowds, emphasizing his message of unity and optimism.
Despite his personal appeal, the Green Party remains stagnant in national polls, with 13% support, placing them fourth behind other major parties.
Habeck's recent proposal to impose social contributions on capital gains has sparked criticism, potentially undermining his campaign momentum.
The candidate's vision of a 'Bündnisrepublik' (Alliance Republic) positions him as a unifying figure against populism, but challenges from political rivals and internal party issues remain significant.