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CDU weighs shift in approach to AfD after electoral losses

The CDU leadership is entering a retreat to reassess strategy following recent electoral defeats, with the question of redefining its stance toward the AfD gaining prominence. This signals a potential policy shift within Germany's main conservative party, though no concrete decision has been made. The outcome could reshape the German political landscape ahead of federal elections.

Tagesschau1 day agoDECredibility 51%View source

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#cdu #afd #germany #election-strategy #party-politics

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activePoliticsMarkets6m ago

Germany — 234 developments

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CDU Reassesses AfD Firewall Amid Party Crisis and Electoral Losses

The CDU is undergoing a significant internal reassessment of its strategy toward the AfD, driven by recent electoral defeats and a severe party crisis. While the national leadership is holding a retreat to consider a new approach, the Cologne CDU has already signaled an end to its local 'firewall' policy. The extent of a broader national policy shift remains unclear.

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