Olaf Scholz, the leader of the center-left Social Democrats, narrowly won the night. But now the hard part begins — building a durable governing coalition.
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Mapping Losses for Angela Merkel’s Party in German Vote
The conservatives who have been the dominant force in modern German politics suffered their worst defeat, while the Social Democrats and Greens made gains.
Two Transgender Women Win Seats in the Next German Parliament
The two lawmakers, both from the Green Party, reflect the growing visibility and acceptance of transgender people, who have never before held seats in the Parliament.
German Election Heralds Messier Politics and Weaker Leadership After Merkel
Preliminary results indicated an outcome so tight that it could take months of talks to form a new government at a critical moment for Europe.
Germany’s Far Right Is Nowhere in the Election. But It’s ‘Here to Stay.’
In the next national Parliament, the far-right Alternative for Germany party is likely to remain a pariah force. But it looks assured, too, of a role in shaping the country’s future.
Olaf Scholz Is Running as the Next Angela Merkel in Germany, and It Seems to Be Working
Mr. Scholz, a Social Democrat who is modeling himself as the candidate of continuity, has a fair shot at being Germany’s next chancellor.
As German Elections Near, Angela Merkel Dips Into Campaign Fray
Germany’s chancellor pleaded with voters to support her party, which has flagging poll numbers and a candidate who has failed to capture imaginations.
As German Elections Near, Angela Merkel Dips Into Campaign Fray
Germany’s chancellor pleaded with voters to support her party, which has flagging poll numbers and a candidate who has failed to capture imaginations.
German Election: Who Is the Green Party’s Annalena Baerbock?
Annalena Baerbock, the 40-year-old candidate for the Green Party, is likely to have a say in Germany’s next government, no matter who wins this month’s election.
It’s Election Season in Germany. No Charisma, Please!
The race to replace Chancellor Angela Merkel after 16 years in office is the tightest in years. But the two leading candidates are anything but exciting, and that’s how Germans like it.