CDU boss Friedrich Merz on the fan of votes: Criticism of state elections in Thuringia and Saxony

CDU boss Friedrich Merz on the fan of votes: Criticism of state elections in Thuringia and Saxony

Citizens of Dresden concerned about political advertising measures before state elections

The upcoming state elections in Thuringia and Saxony cause unrest among the residents of Dresden. While the AfD continues to come first in the surveys, the CDU, headed by Friedrich Merz, tries to win new votes. However, this strategy meets criticism and incomprehension among local citizens.

The CDU party leaders meet in Berlin to advise on the upcoming state elections. Merz already appealed to the voters in Saxony and Thuringia in a summer interview to leave the previous small parties left and to choose the CDU instead.

outrage at SPD and Greens about Merz ’advertising campaign

The SPD and the Greens were outraged by Merz 'appeal and started a counter-campaign that encourages citizens to act wiser than the CDU boss. They warned of a potentially undemocratic scenario after the elections if the CDU could provide the government without a coalition partner. An absolute majority of the AfD would lead to further tensions.

The green politician Franziska Schubert criticized Merz 'statements as "nonsense" and emphasized the importance of a diverse political landscape in Saxony. With a view to the upcoming election campaign, experts expect a head-to-head race between the CDU and the Afd.

interference in political decisions calls citizens on the plan

The interference of the CDU in the elections of many people causes discussions in Dresden. Some citizens expressed concern that the political landscape could become unstable and opaque after the elections. Others, in turn, demand a clear attitude of the parties against extremism and populism.

The election campaign in Saxony and Thuringia picks up speed, and the citizens of Dresden observe the developments with great attention. The political future of the countries lies in the hands of the voters, who now have to deal with the different positions of the parties to make an informed decision.