German Gen Z group demands policy shift in open letter to Merz

A Gen Z initiative has published an open letter to German Chancellor candidate Merz, demanding an end to social spending cuts, increased education funding, and a halt to military conscription revival plans, ahead of nationwide protests. The letter signals youth-led political pressure on the CDU's policy direction, potentially influencing the election campaign. The demands reflect a broader societal pushback against austerity and defense spending increases.

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