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"Decreasing Strength": Rhineland-Palatinate's head of government, Dreyer, explains her resignation

Rhineland-Palatinate's Minister President, Malu Dreyer (SPD), has explained her planned departure by referring to a lack of energy. "I'm stepping down with a sorrowful heart because I must acknowledge that my vitality is no longer enough to fulfill the expectations of the citizens," the...

Malu Dreyer
Malu Dreyer

"Decreasing Strength": Rhineland-Palatinate's head of government, Dreyer, explains her resignation

Their decision to step down took a toll on them. They'd been feeling a bit rundown in the recent weeks. "My energy reserves aren't replenishing as swiftly anymore," Dreyer mentioned. Their interactions with the public had given them a significant boost, "yet alas, even that boost has finally diminished."

Just a few days ago, they decided to step down. "It's crucial to recognize when it's the right time to move on," they explained. They hadn't grown tired of the office. Dreyer recommended Schweitzer, the current Minister of Labor in the state, as their potential replacement. The election in the state parliament is set for July 10.

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