German elections: results and implications
On Sunday, February 23, the German political landscape experienced a significant turn with the results of the federal elections. The European media breathed relieved in the face of a scenario that, despite concerns, was not as catastrophic as some predicted.
The CDU/CSU: A Consolidated Leadership
The Christianodemocrats, with Friedrich Merz at the helm, won 28.6% of the vote, enough to claim the leadership of a new coalition government. This victory will allow them to establish an agenda that could remodel the political future of Germany.
The SPD and its historical fall
On the other hand, the Social Democrats of the SPD, led by the chancellor Olaf Scholz, suffered a significant decline, reaching a minimum of 16.4%. However, they play a role as a minor partner in the new coalition, which opens up questions about their political future.
Alternative for Germany: a new key player
With 20.8% of the vote, the AfD positions itself as the main opposition party, a fact that does not go unnoticed. Merz, aware of this new dynamic, has pledged to seek alliances to prevent the AFD from gaining more influence.
The Great Coalition: a challenge for democracy
The formation of a large coalition between the CDU/CSU and the SPD can lead to a new age of governments that ignore the real needs of the population. Merz has already begun to modify his promises, such as his stance on immigration, to attract the Social Democrats.
The European context: the consequences of Germany
The situation in Germany is not isolated. Substantial negotiations in the European elections in June showed a clear contrast between parties aligning with the establishment and those seeking real change. The coalition between popular, socialists, environmentalists and liberals has been a maneuver to maintain power at the expense of popular will.
Reflections on the European political future
Germany could be an example of what is to come to Europe. If the CDU/CSU and the SPD continue to prioritize the status quo, they could accelerate the decline of traditional parties, showing that their promises are mere narratives designed to gain votes. Alice Weidel, AFD leader, has already warned that his training could be the great beneficiary of this new situation.