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Together with Olaf Scholz, she stood as a duo for the SPD federal chairmanship and became vice federal chairwoman: Klara Geywitz. She wants to give up this office. The Eastern SPD supports a Social Democrat from Saxony.
SPD politician Petra Köpping was considered a promising candidate for the federal cabinet. The East German SPD state associations want her to carry more weight in the party.
What happens after the classification of the AfD in the federal government? The SPD, Greens and Left Party in Saxony are calling for a clear demarcation.
The Saxon SPD believes that the new federal coalition must move quickly to implement its plans. Some things are particularly important.
Kathrin Michel and Henning Homann want to continue to lead the SPD Saxony - and are focusing on a modernization course. They also want to tackle difficult questions.
Leipzig is planning a comprehensive redesign of the area surrounding the stadium. The central point of contention remains the relocation of the traditional small trade fair.
Leipzig City Council has rejected the proposal to increase daycare fees. Families can breathe a sigh of relief, but the city now faces financial challenges.
Across Germany, the SPD's young generation is dissatisfied with the agreements with the CDU/CSU. Renegotiations are also being demanded in Bavaria.
The early federal election shows successes for fringe positions in Saxony: AfD and Linke are making significant gains among young voters, reports the State Statistical Office.
In the federal elections, the eastern German states were colored blue. Will we soon see the first AfD head of government? What the Saxon Minister President proposes as a counter-recipe to the black-red coalition.
The coalition negotiations between the CDU/CSU and SPD are entering the decisive phase. Saxony's Minister President is calling for rapid changes in view of the desolate economic situation.
Saxony's SPD leader Henning Homann calls for two East German ministers in the federal government - and criticizes the lack of East German representation in important working groups.
The CDU/CSU and SPD have reached an agreement on the most difficult issues on the way to a new federal government. Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer speaks of a change in policy.
Following the scandal between US President Trump and Ukrainian head of state Selensky, the exploratory talks in Berlin are also under increased time pressure. They continue in the afternoon.
Failure as an opportunity: the SPD must first find itself after the disaster of the federal elections. In Saxony, however, the defeat is also seen as a signal of new beginnings.
At the SPD election campaign appearance in Leipzig, Chancellor Scholz calls for an objective debate on migration. He warns that prosperity cannot be secured without immigration.
Hate is becoming socially acceptable on social media, says Saxony's SPD leader Henning Homann. He now hopes that Europe will stand firm when it comes to regulation after US President Trump takes office.
The Saxon SPD is putting up a fighting fight in the election campaign for the Bundestag elections. They want to fight for every percentage point.
Trotz politischer Versprechen bleibt die Rente in Deutschland ein Unsicherheitsfaktor. Was Ökonomen sagen, welche Reformen nötig sind und wie wir die Altersvorsorge retten können.
Chancellor Scholz answers questions from citizens at a town hall event in Chemnitz. He also discusses the future of pensions.
Following the break-up of the traffic light coalition, the parties are gearing up for an early general election in February. The SPD's top candidate in Saxony is co-leader Kathrin Michel.
The Saxon Minister President is focusing on continuity and renewal in equal measure. The new cabinet includes six familiar and four new faces. This also increases the proportion of women.
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
The SPD has named its ministerial candidates - but everything depends on the members' vote. Whether Saxony gets a new government will be decided in mid-December.
The coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD has been finalized. The SPD is now putting it to a vote of its members. The decision should be made two days before the possible date for the prime ministerial election.
The coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD has been finalized. The SPD is now putting it to a vote of its members. The decision should be made two days before the possible date for the prime ministerial election.
The Saxon SPD is keeping a low profile when it comes to the question of its preferred candidate for chancellor. Of 13 sub-districts, only one has commented on the issue. And the party headquarters is also keeping quiet.
The Saxon SPD is keeping a low profile when it comes to the question of its preferred candidate for chancellor. Of 13 sub-districts, only one has commented on the issue. And the party headquarters is also keeping quiet.
The Free Voters in Saxony are skeptical about a minority government consisting of the CDU and SPD. They do not believe in a change in political interaction.
The CDU and SPD want to introduce a "coalition mechanism" as a minority government in order to obtain the missing votes for a majority on projects. They rule out cooperation with the AfD.
What will happen in Saxony after the failed exploratory talks? This is how Saxony's SPD leader Henning Homann sees the situation.
After the end of the exploratory talks between the CDU, BSW and SPD, a minority government looks likely in Saxony. The CDU and SPD now want to consult with each other.
After the end of exploratory talks between the CDU, BSW and SPD, a minority government looks likely in Saxony. The CDU now wants to consult with the Social Democrats.
Saxony's SPD leader Homann sees the BSW's abandonment of the exploratory talks as a "rigged game".
The potential coalition partners CDU, BSW and SPD have reached a sticking point in the exploratory talks in Saxony. It concerns how to deal with the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine.
Two months after the state elections, the CDU, BSW and SPD are continuing to sound out a possible blackberry coalition. The SPD members are to have the final say on such a coalition.
The business community wants clarity about the future governing coalitions in Saxony and Thuringia as quickly as possible. This is also important for a good location policy, they say.
The Brombeer coalition in Saxony can continue to mature. After a dispute over voting behavior in the state parliament, the green light has now been given for the exploratory talks to continue.
The Saxon SPD has interrupted the exploratory talks with the CDU and the BSW. A clarifying discussion is to take place on Monday.
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW come together for exploratory talks. However, Minister President Kretschmer is unsure whether a government will be formed.
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW come together for exploratory talks. However, Minister President Kretschmer is unsure whether a government will be formed.
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW will meet on Tuesday for exploratory talks. They are thus taking the next step towards a possible joint coalition.
The CDU, BSW and SPD have cleared the way for exploratory talks on forming a coalition. Talks on a blackberry coalition are due to begin next week.
Is a "blackberry" coalition maturing in Saxony? At least all party executive committees have given the green light for exploratory talks. This means that things could get underway in the coming week.
The two smaller partners in a possible government in Saxony say yes to the exploratory talks. The CDU now has the final say. There are many indications that a "blackberry" coalition is maturing in the Free State.
With the SPD and the BSW, the first two potential partners in a Saxon government say yes to the exploratory talks. Now it's the CDU's turn.
The first talks between possible coalition partners CDU, BSW and SPD in Saxony have ended. There is agreement on key issues, but also differences.
The road to a new government in Saxony has taken another step forward: after "introductory talks", the party committees of the CDU, SPD and BSW now have the final say on whether there will be exploratory talks.
Getting to know each other continues: after initial talks between the three parties, the potential coalition partners for a new government in Saxony meet for a second time. But when will the actual exploratory talks begin?
According to the SPD, the Saxon state parliament is to have another vice president. The candidate is not controversial, but the decision is.
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
The potential coalition partners for a new government in Saxony do not want to rush into anything. Further talks have been agreed before coalition negotiations take place.
The collapse of part of Dresden's Carola Bridge has highlighted the investment backlog. The SPD reiterates its call for a "Saxony Fund" and sees itself confirmed by an expert opinion.
Ahead of the state elections, Brandenburg's SPD Prime Minister Woidke is receiving support from Saxony's head of government Kretschmer. This is unusual - because CDU top candidate Redmann wants to succeed Woidke.
More than 30 percent for the AfD in Thuringia and Saxony: Chancellor Scholz gives three reasons why he believes this is the case.
The Saxon SPD does not want to be determined by the Saarland. This is another reason why the Social Democrats have reservations about the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance. At the same time, however, they want to be open to talks.
Destroyed posters, verbal abuse and attacks: Campaigning is becoming increasingly dangerous - even in the state elections, as a survey of the parties shows.
The SPD's top candidate complains of populism among four parties during the election campaign - and also earns criticism from the Free Voters.
The election campaign in Saxony is hotting up. SPD top candidate deplores populism among four parties - and sees Sahra Wagenknecht as "the great unknown" in the alliance.
The SPD and the Wagenknecht party? There are some differences. But the SPD leader wants to leave decisions on cooperation to her colleagues in the federal states.
There are still two and a half weeks to go until the state elections in Saxony. The parties are taking stock. The SPD's conclusion is extremely positive. They now want to talk to the CDU about the budget freeze.
The Saxon SPD plans to improve childcare and provide financial relief for parents and local authorities despite declining child numbers.
Analysis of possible coalitions after the state election in Saxony 2024 and the chances for democratic parties to form stable governments.
The Social Democrats are getting a boost from the young Volt party in their campaign for the state elections.
Election campaign event of the Saxon SPD with Defense Minister Boris Pistorius disrupted in Leipzig. Numerous protests by various groups.
The election campaign is not short on promises. At the start of the SPD election campaign in Saxony, Chancellor Olaf Scholz also addresses an issue that concerns many - pensions.
Saxony's Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) considers the failure of the talks on municipal finances to date to be fatal and warns of serious consequences.
The Saxon SPD criticizes the Ministry of Finance for planned spending cuts in the areas of education and social affairs.
Kathrin Michel bemoans increasing aggression in the election campaign and calls for moderation in dealing with political opponents.
The SPD's lead candidate for the European elections, Katarina Barley, calls for a courageous civil society and emphasizes the importance of democracy and peace at a major rally in Leipzig. Chancellor Scholz warned against an escalation in the Ukraine conflict.
Katarina Barley calls for a vigilant civil society to protect democracy and peace at a major rally in Leipzig. Chancellor Scholz warns against escalation in the Ukraine conflict.
Find out which German parties such as the CDU, SPD, Greens and others are standing in the 2024 European elections and what impact your vote will have.
At the beginning of the month, Matthias Ecke was beaten up while putting up election posters in Dresden. How does he view the attack?
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer is urgently warning his party against entering into further coalitions with the Greens, both at state and federal level.
For SPD leader Klingbeil, it is clear that Chancellor Scholz will be the candidate for chancellor again despite weak poll ratings. Not everyone at grassroots level sees it that way.
The 2024 European elections are approaching. Which party is most committed to climate protection? Read the analysis of the parties' climate policies.
Just over a week ago, Matthias Ecke was beaten until he was hospitalized while putting up election posters in Dresden. He is not intimidated by this.
Matthias Ecke announces his return to the election campaign after being attacked a week earlier. He comments on his state of health and the social climate.
The LKA Saxony assigns at least one suspect to the right-wing spectrum. Zeit Online reports.
SPD Federal Chair Saskia Esken warns against trivializing the attack on SPD MEP Matthias Ecke as the act of an individual.
Dresden SPD MEP Matthias Ecke underwent surgery after attack and is doing well under the circumstances.
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke will continue his election campaign after his recovery. Party feels solidarity and support after the attack.
Federal President Steinmeier condemns violent attacks on SPD and Green Party politicians and calls for joint action.
The Minister President of Rhineland-Palatinate, Malu Dreyer, has strongly condemned the recent attacks on politicians. "The events in Dresden and elsewhere are abhorrent and leave us stunned," the SPD politician said in Mainz on Saturday. "It is a calculated use of violence to intimidate democrats." ..
Young men aged between 17 and 20 attack Matthias Ecke and Green Party election workers while putting up election posters in Striesen. Ecke is injured and requires surgery.
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) condemns attack on Matthias Ecke (SPD) in Dresden and calls for united action against right-wing violence.
Carsten Schneider (SPD), the Federal Government Commissioner for Eastern Germany, is calling for a crackdown following the attack on the Saxon SPD European candidate Matthias Ecke when he put up election posters.
The AfD chairman Tino Chrupalla has condemned the brutal attack by unknown persons on the Saxon SPD MEP Matthias Ecke. "We deeply condemn physical attacks against politicians of all parties. Election campaigns must be conducted in a tough and constructive manner, but without violence," wrote the lea ..
Saxony's CDU is pushing for a reduction in the wolf population in the state. SPD top candidate and Minister of Social Affairs Petra Köpping reacts immediately.
The upcoming elections in the eastern German states in the fall will focus on political stability throughout Germany.
Saxony's SPD top candidate Petra Köpping criticizes the lack of communication in the traffic light coalition and calls for more commitment from Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Saxony's Social Affairs Minister Köpping (SPD) has described Prime Minister Kretschmer's comparison with the GDR as inappropriate.
In a recent poll in Saxony on the so-called Sunday question, the newly founded Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) alliance comes out as the third strongest force. The survey was commissioned by Mitteldeutscher Rundfunk (MDR).
Petra Köpping will be the lead candidate for the Saxon SPD in the state elections on September 1. She emphasizes cohesion in Saxony and calls for a demonstration against right-wing extremism.
This Saturday (from 10.00 a.m.), the CDU, SPD and FDP want to set the course for the Saxon state parliamentary elections on September 1.
Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) is to head the Saxon SPD's state list for the state elections on September 1.
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs, Martin Dulig, invites people to his kitchen table to discuss their questions and concerns in this super election year.
Against the backdrop of high AfD poll ratings, the possibility of banning the party is being discussed. However, some warn that such a step could also benefit the party.