Kathrin Michel leads Saxony's SPD into the federal election
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.
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Kretschmer presents Saxon cabinet - four new members included
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.
Coalition agreement signed by CDU and SPD
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
Coalition agreement signed by CDU and SPD
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
SPD: Köpping and Panter to take over ministries
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.
SPD executive committee recommends acceptance of the coalition agreement
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.
Coalition agreement: SPD members vote on December 16
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.
Saxony SPD's preference for candidate for chancellor unclear
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.
Saxony SPD's preference for candidate for chancellor unclear
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.
Independent voters doubt CDU-SPD government in Saxony
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.
CDU and SPD in Saxony plan minority government with the involvement of other parliamentary groups
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.
SPD leader considers formation of government in Saxony possible before Christmas
What will happen in Saxony after the failed exploratory talks? This is how Saxony's SPD leader Henning Homann sees the situation.
Minority government: SPD wants to talk to CDU in Saxony
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.
Saxony's CDU wants to examine minority government with SPD
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.
SPD leader criticizes BSW leadership after exploratory talks fail in Saxony
Saxony's SPD leader Homann sees the BSW's abandonment of the exploratory talks as a "rigged game".
Exploratory talks in Saxony continue with the topic of peace
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.
SPD announces member consultation on coalition agreement
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.
Association warns of deadlock in government formation
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.
Exploratory talks in Saxony continue after spat
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.
SPD: Meeting planned to continue exploratory talks
The Saxon SPD has interrupted the exploratory talks with the CDU and the BSW. A clarifying discussion is to take place on Monday.
Exploratory talks for blackberry coalition concluded
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.
Kretschmer: Not clear whether talks will lead to government
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.
Exploratory talks for blackberry coalition begin in state parliament
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.
Blackberry probe to begin on Tuesday
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.
Saxony's CDU explores chances for coalition with BSW
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.
SPD wants swift exploratory talks - BSW says yes unanimously
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.
Saxony: SPD and BSW ready to explore government coalition with CDU
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.
Talks between CDU, BSW and SPD come to an end: Agreement and differences on key issues
The first talks between possible coalition partners CDU, BSW and SPD in Saxony have ended. There is agreement on key issues, but also differences.
Saxony: Party committees of CDU, SPD and Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht discuss formation of government
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.
BSW, CDU and SPD hold talks on possible government participation in Saxony
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?
SPD proposes Pallas as Vice-President of the state parliament
According to the SPD, the Saxon state parliament is to have another vice president. The candidate is not controversial, but the decision is.
Blackberry season in the east
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?
Blackberry season in the east
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?
CDU, BSW and SPD in Saxony agree further talks
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.
SPD sticks to demand for investment fund
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.
CDU head of government Kretschmer supports SPD man Woidke
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.
Scholz: Strengthening of the AfD "depresses me greatly"
More than 30 percent for the AfD in Thuringia and Saxony: Chancellor Scholz gives three reasons why he believes this is the case.
SPD parliamentary group in the Saxon state parliament backs Dirk Panter as parliamentary group leader
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.
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.
Free voters reject Köpping's accusation of populism
The SPD's top candidate complains of populism among four parties during the election campaign - and also earns criticism from the Free Voters.
SPD top candidate warns against populism in Saxony's election campaign
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.
Esken does not rule out coalitions with BSW in federal states
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.
Saxony's SPD takes positive stock of its government work
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.
SPD Saxony plans to improve childcare despite declining child numbers
The Saxon SPD plans to improve childcare and provide financial relief for parents and local authorities despite declining child numbers.
AfD and BSW as kingmakers in Saxony or The Left after all?
Analysis of possible coalitions after the state election in Saxony 2024 and the chances for democratic parties to form stable governments.
Volt supports SPD in election campaign
The Social Democrats are getting a boost from the young Volt party in their campaign for the state elections.
Disruption at election campaign event of the Saxon SPD in Leipzig
Election campaign event of the Saxon SPD with Defense Minister Boris Pistorius disrupted in Leipzig. Numerous protests by various groups.
Scholz promises stable pension levels for decades to come
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 Minister of Social Affairs warns of fatal consequences if talks on municipal finances fail
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.
SPD criticizes planned spending cuts in Saxony
The Saxon SPD criticizes the Ministry of Finance for planned spending cuts in the areas of education and social affairs.
SPD leader Kathrin Michel calls for a rethink in the election campaign
Kathrin Michel bemoans increasing aggression in the election campaign and calls for moderation in dealing with political opponents.
SPD top candidate calls for courageous civil society - rally in Leipzig
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.
SPD top candidate Barley calls for a courageous civil society
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.
European elections 2024: What are you really voting for? CDU, SPD and co. in the check! 🌍
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.
Attacked SPD politician: Protect public spaces
At the beginning of the month, Matthias Ecke was beaten up while putting up election posters in Dresden. How does he view the attack?
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.
SPD local politicians for Pistorius as candidate for chancellor
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.
European elections 2024: Which party is really fighting for climate protection?
The 2024 European elections are approaching. Which party is most committed to climate protection? Read the analysis of the parties' climate policies.
Corner after attack: "Don't let me be silenced"
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.
SPD politician Matthias Ecke returns to the election campaign after attack
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.
Suspects identified after attack on SPD politician
The LKA Saxony assigns at least one suspect to the right-wing spectrum. Zeit Online reports.
SPD Federal Chairwoman Saskia Esken warns against trivializing the attack on SPD MEP
SPD Federal Chair Saskia Esken warns against trivializing the attack on SPD MEP Matthias Ecke as the act of an individual.
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke operated on after attack
Dresden SPD MEP Matthias Ecke underwent surgery after attack and is doing well under the circumstances.
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke to continue election campaign after attack
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke will continue his election campaign after his recovery. Party feels solidarity and support after the attack.
Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier condemns violent attacks on politicians
Federal President Steinmeier condemns violent attacks on SPD and Green Party politicians and calls for joint action.
Dreyer condemns attacks on politicians: "Stunned"
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." ..
SPD MEP and Green election worker attacked in Dresden
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.
Scholz calls for united action against right-wing violence after attack on MEP Ecke
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) condemns attack on Matthias Ecke (SPD) in Dresden and calls for united action against right-wing violence.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe calls for crackdown after attack on SPD European candidate
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.
Chrupalla condemns attack on SPD candidate Ecke
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 calls for a reduction in the wolf population
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.
Focus on political stability in Germany in East German elections
The upcoming elections in the eastern German states in the fall will focus on political stability throughout Germany.
SPD top candidate Köpping calls for better communication from Chancellor Scholz
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 Minister of Social Affairs criticizes GDR comparison by Prime Minister Kretschmer
Saxony's Social Affairs Minister Köpping (SPD) has described Prime Minister Kretschmer's comparison with the GDR as inappropriate.
Sunday poll in Saxony: Newly formed alliance Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) third strongest force
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 leads the state list of the Saxon SPD for the state parliamentary elections
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.
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.
Petra Köpping leads the state list of the Saxon SPD for the state parliamentary elections
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 invites you to a kitchen table discussion during election campaign times
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.
Social Affairs Minister Köpping: Examine proceedings to ban the AfD
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.
Saxony's Ministry of Social Affairs supports hospitals with 193 million euros
This year, the Saxon Ministry of Social Affairs supported investments in hospitals in Saxony with 193 million euros.
Kühnert: CDU in eastern Germany leads to strengthening of the AfD
SPD General Secretary Kevin Kühnert has accused the CDU of strengthening the AfD with its course in view of the upcoming state elections in eastern Germany. "I have never understood why the CDU, for example in Thuringia, rules out any cooperation with the left-wing parties just as much as with the f ..
Saxony's Minister President demands leadership from Chancellor Scholz ahead of government statement on the budget crisis
Ahead of the government statement on the budget crisis, Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) has called for leadership from Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD).
Petra Köpping leads Saxony's SPD into the 2024 state election as top candidate
The current Minister of Social Affairs, Petra Köpping, will be the SPD's lead candidate in the state elections in Saxony in 2024.
Köpping calls for more financial leeway
The SPD's designated lead candidate in Saxony, Petra Köpping, has called for more will to shape the state's most pressing problems. It is not enough to simply name the problems and enrich them with unworthy discussions, said the 65-year-old at the extraordinary state party conference in Neukieritzsc ..
Lars Klingbeil at the state party conference of the SPD Saxony
Saxony's SPD wants to get in the mood for the state elections next September at a state party conference. Among other things, SPD federal chairman Lars Klingbeil is expected to give a speech on Saturday (10.00 am) in Neukieritzsch (Leipzig district). In addition, current Social Affairs Minister Petr ..
Kretschmer criticized for words on migrants and schools
Statements by Saxony's Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer on the quality of education in the Free State have been sharply criticized by the SPD.
Federal police prepared at Saxon borders
Following the U-turn by Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser (SPD) on the issue of stationary border controls, the Federal Police is prepared at the Saxon borders with Poland and the Czech Republic.
Saxony's premier criticizes federal government but praises Chancellor Scholz
Saxony's premier is dissatisfied with the work of the federal government, but has a positive opinion of Chancellor Scholz.
2024 state election: SPD wants to give 100 percent in the final sprint
The SPD in the Saxon state parliament is already gearing up for the finale a year before the state elections. "We give 100 percent for the final spurt," faction leader Dirk Panter expressed his determination on Friday after a faction retreat in Chemnitz. He said that opportunities must be seized ins ..
Discord in the coalition and criticism of Kretschmer
From the Saxony coalition are again discords audible. SPD leader Henning Homann on Monday criticized continued criticism of the traffic light government in Berlin by Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer (CDU) and the CDU/CSU. "The campaigns against the traffic light are unserious. Because it is the fed ..
Saxony SPD sees poor poll numbers as "warning shot"
Saxony's SPD sees poor poll results for itself and others as a "warning shot" a year before state elections. For the first time, one is in a situation where the coalition of CDU, Greens and SPD would no longer have a majority - even if only just, party leader Henning Homann said in Dresden on Thursd ..