State Polls Disappoint German Right But No Upset
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Christian Democrats (Germany)
While Merkel Dithers, Far Right Grows in Germany
Support for the Alternative is rising as the ruling parties fail to cope with a refugee crisis.
Bavaria Threatens Lawsuit, Deepening Split with Merkel
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s southern allies threaten to contest her immigration policy in court.
German Christian Democrats Split on Immigration
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s Bavarian sister party calls for a reintroduction of border controls.
Merkel Wins Over Bavarians After Immigration Row
The German chancellor’s Bavarian allies are won over by her concessions on immigration.
Tougher Immigration Policies Split Germany’s Ruling Parties
“The left hand of the government doesn’t know what the right is doing anymore.”
Merkel Mends Ties with Bavarian Ally on Immigration
The German chancellor walks back her open-doors policy.
German Conservatives Resist Merkel’s Immigration Policy
Disquiet in the chancellor’s Christian Democrat ranks is rising.
Merkel’s Bavarian Allies Split on Immigration
The German chancellor’s Bavarian sister party praises the Hungarian policies she despises.
German Ruling Parties Clash, Let Competitiveness Languish
Left and right are disputing minor policies while neglecting Germany’s long-term prosperity.
German Right Underestimates Alternative Challenge
As long as Angela Merkel’s party sticks to the center, there will be space for a party on the right.
Dutch, German Coalitions Unpopular Going into European Elections
Conservative voters are dismayed by their governments’ emphasis on social issues.
German Party Vote Clears Way for Third Merkel Government
Social Democrats agree to join a coalition with Angela Merkel’s conservatives.
German Parties Close to Coalition Deal But Eye Smaller Partners
The Social Democrats signal they are open to a coalition with the far left.
German Coalition Expected to Introduce National Minimum Wage
Conservatives are likely to agree to a minimum wage in order to stay in government.