Germany's electorally most successful party, the center-right CDU, still underrepresents ethnic minorities in top positions. In contrast, the Tories have embraced minorities and elected Rishi Sunak as prime minister. The CDU could learn from the Tories. Continue Reading
By spreading its nationalist ideology, Germany’s far-right party is trying to appeal to the strong sense of home and belonging among many members of the country’s minorities and capitalize on this electorally. Continue Reading
Why do Germany's independent schools seem to attract far-right ideas? Continue Reading
By describing the events of 2015 as catastrophic for the country, Germany’s political class has succumbed to the narratives of the far right. Continue Reading
Polarized debate around pharmacy names reveals Germany’s unwillingness to face its past and acknowledge the structural racism of colonial language. Continue Reading
Compared to discrimination faced by Angela Merkel, the campaign against Annalena Baerbock has reached a new, unprecedented dimension. Continue Reading
After fleeing to Germany, many Syrian women find new opportunities and liberties. Continue Reading
Deep conviction drove Merkel while handling the European refugee crisis. Now, many refugees cannot imagine a Germany without her. Continue Reading
The Green Party is a force to be reckoned with during Germany’s upcoming general election. Continue Reading
The delay of the CDU conference due to the COVID-19 pandemic has added a new dimension to the party’s leadership race. Continue Reading
