Left field: a new force in German politics

Caitlin Talbot, a culture writer at The Economist, dives into the rise of Sahra Wagenknecht, a prominent leftist figure shaking up German politics with her new party. She candidly discusses Wagenknecht's controversial views on immigration and military policy amid a shifting political landscape. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Talbot highlights how TikTok is revolutionizing language among Gen Z, transforming communication norms and introducing fresh slang that challenges traditional linguistic structures.