AfD and BSW clash over war and peace
There have been repeated debates on the war in Ukraine in the Saxon state parliament. It quickly became emotional. A debate in the last session of the state parliament in 2024 was no exception.
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Enquete Commission: CDU adopts proposals of the Left Party
The Saxon state parliament has unanimously appointed a commission of inquiry to investigate the coronavirus pandemic. This was a first for the state parliament.
Klepsch wants a secure financial basis for the cultural landscape
Saxony is proud of its rich culture. However, many cultural institutions are also under pressure due to tight budgets.
New ministerial team is sworn in at the state parliament
The new Saxon government is ready to work. The ministers only have to be sworn in by the state parliament.
Wagenknecht: "Certain commitments" in Saxony
They didn't want to cause chaos in Dresden, says BSW founder Sahra Wagenknecht about the election of the Minister President in Saxony.
BSW presents Kretschmer with Wagenknecht's book for his re-election
For his first days in office, the old and new Minister President of Saxony receives a guidebook from the BSW - a book by Sahra Wagenknecht.
Kretschmer: "Setting off together"
The old Minister President of Saxony is also the new one: Michael Kretschmer received 69 votes and calls on parliamentarians to work together in his first speech.
Kretschmer sworn in as Prime Minister of Saxony
Relief for the CDU: Michael Kretschmer manages to secure a majority in the second round of the state parliament election in Saxony.
BSW in Saxony: No uniform vote in MP election
Michael Kretschmer wants to be re-elected as Saxony's Minister President - but does not have his own majority in the state parliament. Now the head of the BSW has spoken out about the voting behavior of her parliamentary group.
Risky attempt: Prime Minister election in Saxony
The state elections in Saxony took place on September 1. Now the head of government is finally being elected. Or not? It is uncertain whether CDU candidate Michael Kretschmer will be able to defend his office.
Risky attempt: Prime Minister election in Saxony
The state elections in Saxony took place on September 1. Now the head of government is finally being elected. Or not? It is uncertain whether CDU candidate Michael Kretschmer will be able to defend his office.
Saxon state parliament to elect minister president
The hour of decision is approaching. CDU Minister President Michael Kretschmer must prevail against two candidates in his bid for re-election.
Saxon state parliament to elect minister president
The hour of decision in Saxony is approaching. CDU Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer wants to be re-elected there. He has to prevail against two other candidates.
Experts: Prime Minister election without no votes
The Prime Minister of Saxony will be elected on Wednesday. The Greens had raised concerns about the voting procedure. A further expert opinion should bring clarity.
AfD leader Urban makes MP candidacy official
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer is facing competition in his bid for re-election. He has two rivals for the office.
Prime Minister election: Greens call for No option
The time has come on Wednesday: Saxony will elect its prime minister. However, the Greens do not agree with the voting procedure.
Berger runs for the office of Prime Minister
"I believe I can do it": Matthias Berger wants to become Minister President of Saxony as the candidate of the Free Voters. The new Minister President will be elected next Wednesday.
Saxony: Prime Minister election scheduled for December 18
The Saxon state parliament provides clarity: the date for the election of the Minister President has been set. The election is to take place on December 18.
Günther: No majority for prime minister election
The CDU and SPD would not have a majority either for the election of the Minister President or for the budget. They would be walking into chaos with their eyes wide open, criticized Environment Minister Günther.
Left parties fail with motion against military research
Should military research be allowed at a Saxon university or not? The Left Party advocates the introduction of a so-called civil clause, but does not receive a majority.
Working committee of inquiry on the coronavirus pandemic established in Saxony
There has been a long debate in Saxony about how to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. The AfD and BSW consider a committee of inquiry to be the best option. The work in the state parliament can now begin.
State parliament decides on motions on peace policy
The state parliament has two motions on peace policy on the agenda. As things stand, there will not be a majority for them. Nevertheless, the proposers want to set an example.
The Left puts peace policy on the agenda in the Saxon state parliament
Three parliamentary groups in the Saxon state parliament have now rejected the planned stationing of US missiles in Germany. They are calling on the Saxon government to exert a corresponding influence on the federal government.
Saxony's health minister is open to a committee of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic
After a coronavirus committee of inquiry was set up in the state parliament, the Minister of Health shows little concern and talks about difficult decisions in the pandemic.
AfD calls for cross-party peace initiative in the Saxon state parliament
The AfD believes that diplomacy is the order of the day in Russia's war against Ukraine. AfD parliamentary group leader Jörg Urban is seeking support from other parliamentary groups in the state parliament.
Greens warn against a deadlock for cultural funding in Saxony
Saxony will still need a few months before a budget is passed. The reason for this is the pending formation of a government. There are therefore also concerns in cultural policy.
Parties set different accents on November 9
November 9 is a special day in German history. It stands for the pogroms against Jews in 1938 as well as for the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, so it will always be a day of remembrance.
Saxony's state parliament president appeals to young generation to defend freedom and democracy
November 9 is a special day in German history. It stands for the pogroms against Jews in 1938 as well as for the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, so it will always be a day of remembrance.
Greens in Saxon state parliament sober after exploratory talks fail
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer had repeatedly slammed the Greens as a coalition partner during the election campaign. After the end of the Brombeer alliance, they are giving him the cold shoulder for the time being.
Saxony's best young speakers chosen in the state parliament
In a competition in the state parliament, pupils from grades 8 to 12 competed in the art of free speech. The best were chosen by a jury.
Gabriel criticizes SPD and CDU for concessions to BSW
Former Foreign Minister Gabriel is outraged that the BSW is able to push through foreign policy positions in possible coalition formations in the East. He is calling for the Wagenknecht party to be brought to heel.
Youth Speech Forum in the Saxon State Parliament: Pupils debate and give speeches
On Saturday, the best arguments and the most convincing presentation will be contested in the state parliament. Unlike usual, it is not the MPs who will take to the lectern, but young people from Saxony and Brandenburg.
Analysis: Women voted CDU and men AfD
The CDU has won the state election in Saxony just ahead of the AfD. An analysis shows a clear gender preference - they were almost unanimous only with the competition.
Dispute over BSW involvement in government negotiations in East Germany
After three state elections in eastern Germany, forming a government is proving difficult. It is about a demand of the BSW, but also about a person.
BSW parliamentary group leader wants to probe further in Saxony
What happens next in the exploratory talks in Saxony, which have been suspended for the time being? The BSW wants to continue negotiations - and is lashing out at its potential coalition partner, the SPD.
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.
Dresden political scientist criticizes BSW votes for AfD motion in state parliament
Just a few days after the start of exploratory talks with the CDU and SPD, the BSW voted in favor of an AfD motion in the state parliament. A political scientist therefore considers the new party to be unreliable.
Researchers: BSW unlikely to co-govern in three countries
The BSW is involved in talks about a possible coalition in Brandenburg, Saxony and Thuringia, and in some cases the talks have stalled. Political researcher Thomeczek assesses whether it could work in all cases.
Exploratory talks in Saxony interrupted
The SPD has interrupted the ongoing exploratory talks in Saxony. One reason: together with the AfD, the BSW voted in favor of a committee of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic.
Saxon state parliament sets up committee of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic
Two parliamentary groups, the AfD and BSW, have submitted motions for committees of inquiry to investigate coronavirus policy. One of them has now received sufficient approval.
State parliament decides on sub-committees on coronavirus pandemic
Two parliamentary groups, the AfD and BSW, have submitted motions for committees of inquiry to investigate coronavirus policy. The CDU and SPD want to take a different approach.
Sahra Wagenknecht alliance focuses on reconciliation in society
The Saxon state parliament has received two motions for committees of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic. The BSW sees the fact that one of them comes from the AfD as a success.
Corona U Committee: AfD calls on BSW for support
Two motions on committees of inquiry to investigate the coronavirus pandemic have been submitted to the state parliament. Now the AfD wants the support of the BSW for its motion.
Wagenknecht calls for clear demarcation from CDU course in Ukraine policy
In Thuringia and Saxony, there is talk of possible coalitions between the CDU, SPD and Wagenknecht's party. The BSW leader adds to her peace policy demands.
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.
SPD optimistic about possible exploratory talks
The atmosphere in the talks is praised and the first results are available. In Saxony, the potential blackberry coalition of CDU, BSW and SPD has passed its first test of maturity.
Conservatives in the CDU against an alliance with the BSW
It was clear from the outset that forming a government in Saxony would be difficult. Reservations about the BSW are being voiced, particularly within the CDU/CSU. Meanwhile, the parties continue to get to know each other.
Conservatives in the CDU push for minority government
It was clear from the outset that forming a government in Saxony would be difficult. Particularly within the CDU/CSU, reservations are being voiced about a potential partner - the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance.
CDU parliamentary group leader Kupfer calls for talks with AfD
The CDU in Saxony is currently in talks with the BSW. A former CDU minister is critical of this. But the CDU should at least talk to another party, he demands.
Merz sets limits for Wagenknecht
How far will the CDU go towards Sahra Wagenknecht to form governments in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg? The party leader sets limits.
AfD welcomes investigation against member of state parliament over forced labor allegations
An AfD politician from Saxony has come under suspicion of allowing prisoners to work on his farm in Belarus. The AfD is in favor of the allegations now being legally investigated.
State parliament decides on sub-committees on coronavirus pandemic
Basically, everyone is in favor - the only disagreement is over the choice of the right committee. One thing is certain: Saxony will have a committee of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic.
Successor from Saxony for dismissed State Secretary
The dismissal of a state secretary from the Hessian Ministry of Economics has caused quite a stir. Now the succession has been arranged - from East to West.
Left-wing parties consider sub-committee on the coronavirus pandemic inadmissible
The coronavirus pandemic is still causing a stir today. In Saxony, people are arguing about the right way to deal with it. The AfD and BSW believe the task lies with a committee of inquiry.
Thuringia's Minister President Bodo Ramelow skeptical about possible AfD ban motion
A possible application to ban the AfD party is causing discussion. Bodo Ramelow also expresses concerns and recognizes a danger.
Saxony has a new state parliament - Alexander Dierks is President
Six parliamentary groups and one without a parliamentary group: Saxony's new state parliament has been constituted. There is one surprise in store. BSW and SPD suffer a setback in the election of vice presidents.
Saxon state parliament adopts new rules of procedure with controversial fourth vice president
The rules of cooperation in the Saxon state parliament over the next five years have been set: With the new rules of procedure, there will be a fourth vice president for the first time. The post is controversial.
State Parliament: Age President appeals for fairness and decency
The old parliament is history, the new parliament is preparing to start work. Old-age president Wolf-Dietrich Rost emphasizes the role model function of the members of parliament.
AfD requests committee of inquiry into corona
Representatives of all parties in the Saxon state parliament have spoken out in favor of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. However, the appropriate means of doing so is controversial.
State parliament to be restructured - 47 new members in parliament
A change of seats in the Saxon state parliament ahead of the constituent session. Even though the majority of MPs have remained in place, changes are imminent: From now on, there will be two more political players.
CDU politician calls for AfD ban proceedings after events in Thuringia state parliament
After a chaotic first session of the Thuringian state parliament, former East German Commissioner Wanderwitz (CDU) insists on a ban procedure against the CDU. He is not alone in this view.
State parliament to be restructured - 47 new members in parliament
A change of seats in the Saxon state parliament before the constituent session. Even though the majority of MPs have remained in place, changes are imminent: From now on, there will be two more political players.
Sahra Wagenknecht wants to coordinate BSW negotiations and break them off if there is no willingness to compromise
Forming a government in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg is difficult - the BSW is needed. Party founder Wagenknecht wants to leave nothing to chance in the talks.
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.
AfD committee of inquiry into funding practices at the Ministry of Social Affairs
The AfD stands alone with its opinion on an alleged funding swamp in Saxony. This also became clear during a final debate on the topic in the state parliament.
Left Party leader Schaper now heads state parliamentary group
The Left Party in Saxony's state parliament wants to be a "loud voice" for the quiet ones in future. The parliamentary group has shrunk considerably following the election defeat and now has its hands full.
Sahra Wagenknecht alliance calls for new political culture
Next Monday, the potential government partners in Saxony will meet for the first time for three-way talks. However, it will be some time before coalition negotiations begin.
Demands for improved care conditions for children in daycare centers in Saxony
The number of girls and boys in Saxony's daycare centers will decrease in the coming years. Many see the decline as an opportunity to improve the quality of care.
Wagenknecht sees chances for government participation after talks with CDU
Sahra Wagenknecht is open to cooperation between the BSW and the CDU in Thuringia and Saxony. However, she is sharply critical of the federal chairman.
AfD parliamentary group confirms Jörg Urban as group leader
Jörg Urban remains the dominant figure in the Saxon AfD. The party leader will continue to lead the parliamentary group in the state parliament for the next five years.
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.
New state parliament convenes for the first time on October 1
The newly elected members of parliament meet for their first session. The first decisions have already been made.
Green parliamentary group re-elects Schubert as chairwoman
The new leadership of the Green Party is the same as the old one: Franziska Schubert, Valentin Lippmann and Christin Melcher. They want to do "proper opposition work" with their parliamentary group team.
Ceremony to mark the Day of German Unity in the State Parliament in Dresden
The Day of German Unity will be celebrated with a ceremony in the Saxon state parliament. Interested citizens can register to attend. The ceremony will also be streamed.
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.
Final election results determined in Saxony
Almost two weeks after the state election, the state election committee has determined the official final result. There have been no new changes to the distribution of seats.
Grimma mayor Matthias Berger wants to join the state parliament
Grimma's mayor Berger had long considered whether he should accept his seat in the state parliament. Now a decision has apparently been made.
Meeting of BSW and SPD in Saxony: constructive atmosphere
Following the state elections in Saxony, two potential coalition partners of the CDU have met for the first time. BSW and SPD speak of a pleasant and constructive atmosphere.
CDU nominates Alexander Dierks as president of the state parliament
The CDU is also relying on a new generation for another top office in the Free State. If the Union has its way, 36-year-old Alexander Dierks will be the future president of the state parliament.
Software glitch in Saxony election - AfD demands clarification
There was a software error in the state election in Saxony. The calculation of seats in the new state parliament was incorrect. The AfD is now demanding a complete clarification from the state electoral administration.
CDU General Secretary Alexander Dierks to become President of the Saxon State Parliament
The CDU is also relying on a new generation for another top office in the Free State. If the Union has its way, 36-year-old Alexander Dierks will be the president of the state parliament in future.
Analysis reveals: AfD firmly established as a 'workers' party' in Saxony and Thuringia
The time after elections is the time for analysis. Which voter groups did the parties in Thuringia and Saxony win votes from - and which did they lose?
Kretschmer: Minority government not an option in Saxony
After the state elections in Saxony, there are signs of difficult talks for a coalition. One thing is clear: Prime Minister Kretschmer wants a majority. If that fails, there is only one way forward.
Dresden district electoral committee declares manipulated ballot papers invalid
Attempts at forgery come to light after the state elections in Saxony. Several ballot papers are alleged to have been manipulated, including in Dresden. It has now been decided how they will be counted.
District electoral committee discusses manipulated ballot papers
Attempts at forgery come to light after the state elections in Saxony. Several ballot papers are alleged to have been manipulated, including in Dresden. The city's district electoral committee is discussing this today.
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.
Forged ballot papers? Attorney General's Office investigates
After the state election in Saxony, attempts at falsification come to light. Several ballot papers are said to have been manipulated - presumably in favor of the far-right Free Saxons.
Economy for a cosmopolitan Saxony concerned about election results
Did Saxony get off lightly in the election? The association Wirtschaft für ein weltoffenes Sachsen thinks so. However, the voting decisions of young people are viewed with concern.
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.
Christian Hartmann remains Chairman of the CDU parliamentary group in the Saxon state parliament
The Saxon CDU/CSU is relying on personnel continuity. Everything remains the same at the top of the state parliamentary group.
Glitch in Saxony election fixed - provisional result remains
There was a software error in the state election in Saxony. The calculation of seats in the new state parliament was incorrect. The state electoral administration has now clarified the situation.
More manipulated ballot papers discovered in Saxony
The state election in Saxony is overshadowed by attempts at fraud. These are now likely to spread.
Heimatunion proposes new forms of government policy
The days of the CDU ruling alone in Saxony are long gone. The CDU has had to share power with others since 2004. Now things are getting particularly complicated.
AfD initiates investigation after software glitch
The AfD is demanding a full investigation into a software error in the calculation of mandates. Party leader Urban threatens legal consequences.
Parliamentary groups come together - CDU with offer of talks
After the election, it's time for a shake-up in the state parliament. The new parliamentary groups are gradually being constituted. Parliament must be operational no later than 30 days after the election.
Will Saxony become blackberry country after the election?
At some point, all color combinations are exhausted by name. So far, Saxony has been governed by a "Kenya" coalition: black, green, red. A possible new alliance also already has a name.
Investigation into forged ballot papers in Dresden
The state election in Saxony is overshadowed by attempts at fraud in Dresden. According to the police, at least 100 ballot papers have been manipulated.
Zimmermann: CDU and SPD must realign their policies
The BSW's priorities are peace, migration and education. The chairwoman is calling for movement from potential coalition partners.
Grimma mayor Matthias Berger undecided about state parliament seat
Matthias Berger is a popular local politician. He won a direct mandate in the state elections as the leading candidate for the Free Voters. But he doubts whether working as a lone fighter makes sense.
Concerns about political and economic stability after state elections in Saxony and Thuringia
What do the election results in Saxony and Thuringia mean for the economic development of both states? Some associations are expressing concern after the election.