FDP state list in Saxony approved despite complaint
A complaint against several FDP state lists caused a stir. The Liberals in Saxony were also affected. However, the state election committee has now given the green light.
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Saxony FDP calls for lean state
After another defeat in the state elections, the extra-parliamentary FDP in Saxony is in a phase of rebuilding. At the Epiphany meeting, the party shows itself to be combative.
Torsten Herbst is the top candidate of the FDP Saxony
The FDP's election results in Saxony have been poor recently. Can it turn this around for the federal election?
FDP facing the end in the East? Ex-FDP leader criticizes federal party
Holger Zastrow was long regarded as a veteran of the Saxony FDP. In 1999, he led the Liberals out of a serious crisis. At the beginning of this year, he left the party - out of frustration with the course of the traffic light.
Saxon FDP seeks new strategy after election defeat
The FDP in Saxony only received 0.9% of the vote in the state elections, marking a historic low. It is still unclear what will happen next.
FDP leader Lindner calls for consequences after suspected Islamist attack in Solingen
A man kills three people at a party in Solingen. The suspected perpetrator was required to leave the country. The suspected Islamist attack is also a topic in the state election campaign in Saxony.
Parties concerned about security during election campaign
Destroyed posters, verbal abuse and attacks: Campaigning is becoming increasingly dangerous - even in the state elections, as a survey of the parties shows.
FDP leader Lindner defends political offer in East Germany
In some polls for elections in eastern Germany, the FDP figures are no longer even mentioned, they are so poor. Yet the FDP has a lot to offer the people there - according to its chairman.
FDP leader Lindner criticizes condescending view of East Germany
According to polls, the FDP's chances of returning to the Saxon state parliament are slim. In the election campaign, it is relying on prominent support from Berlin.
FDP presents three-stage plan to combat teaching absences
Absenteeism at Saxon schools has been a major annoyance for years. The FDP now wants to tackle the problem more fundamentally and also bring administrative staff into the classroom.
Saxon FDP mobilizes for state elections on 1 September
The Saxon FDP is in danger of failing to reach the five-percent hurdle for the third time in the state elections and is mobilizing voters to maintain a strong center in Saxony.
Criticism of growing number of state employees in Saxony
The criticism of the Saxon Court of Audit regarding the growing number of state employees has also brought the extra-parliamentary opposition of the FDP and Free Voters onto the scene.
Faber becomes Chairman of the Defense Committee
With the military turnaround, the Defense Committee has become more important. Now the committee has a new chairman.
Kretschmer warns CDU against further coalitions with the Greens
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.
Sahra Wagenknecht alliance calls for committee of inquiry to investigate coronavirus policy
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance wants to make the investigation into the coronavirus pandemic an issue in the Saxon state election campaign and is calling for a robust committee of inquiry. The AfD and the FDP are also calling for a thorough investigation.
Traffic trial with cycle lanes on the Blue Wonder in Dresden ends prematurely
The controversial traffic trial with cycle lanes on the Blue Wonder in Dresden is ended prematurely. FDP welcomes end, Greens regret lack of patience. Controversial discussion since the start of the project.
Saxon liberals against stricter gun laws
The FDP in Saxony rejects a tightening of gun laws. "We already have very strict gun laws in Germany," explained Robert Malorny, the leading candidate of the FDP Saxony for the state elections in Dresden on Thursday. He was reacting to considerations by Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser (SPD). ..
CDU, SPD and FDP set course for Saxon state elections
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.
Holger Zastrow leaves the FDP due to dissatisfaction with Berlin politics
The former head of the FDP in Saxony, Holger Zastrow, wants to turn his back on his party. He cites his displeasure with Berlin politics as the reason.
Saxony's FDP starts the election year with a fighting spirit
Saxony's FDP is kicking off the election year with several events for its traditional Epiphany meeting. An edition of the meeting is already planned in Bautzen on Sunday, followed by Döbeln on Monday and Aue-Bad Schlema on January 13, the Liberals announced on Saturday. "The Free Democrats are facin ..
Saxony's FDP starts the election year with a fighting spirit
Saxony's FDP is kicking off the election year with several events for its traditional Epiphany meeting.
Overcoming polarization: Why fighting the AfD is counterproductive and how constructive dialogue can win back voters
This article sheds light on how the constant confrontation with the AfD contributes to its strengthening and why a constructive dialogue with voters could be a more effective strategy to overcome the political polarization in Germany.