OpinionThe debate about Chancellor Merz is embarrassing.:
Anyone who calls for a new beginning must do better. There's no one in sight here ...
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Commentary questions calls to replace Chancellor MerzThe text points to a missing majority for chancellor, possible elections and unclear alternatives for leading the government.
- CSU leader Markus Söder rules out his party ousting the chancellor; the commentary sees neither a guarantee nor solidarity.
- Without its own majority for chancellor, the Union could seek elections through a confidence vote or have the Bundestag elect another candidate.
- The commentary identifies no state premier who has comprehensively renewed their state in migration, integration, education, infrastructure, and digitalization.
- It therefore advocates constructive support for the agreed coalition and government instead of effectively aiding the political opponent.
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