Scholz fired: Germany calls snap election
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Political Turmoil and Elections in Germany
This chapter explores the collapse of Germany's three-party coalition led by Olaf Scholz, leading to a minority government and the call for early elections. It contrasts the party manifestos of the CDU-CSU and Social Democrats, addressing their differing policies on key issues such as taxation and migration amidst the backdrop of economic stagnation. Additionally, it examines how external factors, particularly the political climate in the U.S., may shape the priorities of German voters in the upcoming election.
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