Immigration, Digital Reforms Justify Grand Coalition in Germany
Plans bely fears that another grand coalition would muddle through.
Christian Democrats (Germany)
Bavarian Right Wonders How to Rebound with New Leader
Angela Merkel’s Bavarian allies wonder if they should move to the right or more to the center?
Merkel’s Answer to Populist Challenge: Shift to the Left
Germany’s conservative party leader calls for a focus on pay, pensions and housing.
European Fears of “Jamaica” Coalition Are Overblown
The Free Democrats are hawkish on eurozone reform, but so was Wolfgang Schäuble.
“Jamaica” Coalition Looks Like Only Option in Germany
A three-party coalition won’t be easy, but it may be the only option short of minority government.
Center-Right Voters Eager to Govern in Germany, Center-Left Unsure
Conservative and liberal voters look forward to government. Social Democrats are split.
Comparing German Party Platforms Reveals Two Divides
Fiscal issues divide the left and right. On Europe and NATO, it’s the extremists versus everyone else.
The Question in Germany: Who Will Govern with Merkel Next?
She could pick the Social Democrats, liberal Free Democrats or Greens.
Merkel’s Plan Strong on Taxes and Spending, Disappointing on Migration
A pledge to raise public investment, but no convincing plan to plug Germany’s skills gap.
Other Conservatives Should Be Wary of Imitating Kurz and May
Unlike most, conservative leaders in Austria and the UK can afford to appease reactionary voters.
It’s Not You, It’s Us: Germans Ready to Let Merkel Go
Germans approve of Angela Merkel’s job performance, but they are ready for someone else.
Merkel Proposes to Ban the Burqa: Why and Why Now?
The German leader was never a multiculturalist.
Merkel Must Be Careful Not to Repeat Clinton’s Mistake
In pursuing centrist voters, the German chancellor must take care to protect her right flank.
Merkel Keeps the Peace in Conservative Coalition
Germany maintains controls on its southern border.
Making Sense of Merkel’s Immigration Politics
The chancellor may be deliberately creating a division between globalists and nationalists.