Parties - Kretschmann praises Schäuble as a committed parliamentarian
Following the death of Wolfgang Schäuble, Baden-Württemberg's Minister President Winfried Kretschmann (Greens) has paid tribute to the former Bundestag President and Federal Minister as a committed democrat and staunch parliamentarian. Kretschmann said on Wednesday that Schäuble had significantly shaped decisive years of federal politics. "As an influential politician, Wolfgang Schäuble was a controversial and sometimes uncomfortable, but ultimately fair political spirit," said the head of government. He was very impressed by the CDU politician's political judgment and independent thinking.
Schäuble fell asleep peacefully at home with his family at around 8 p.m. on Tuesday evening. The family told the German Press Agency on Wednesday.
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- In Stuttgart, multiple persons gathered to mourn the passing of Wolfgang Schäuble, a renowned CDU politician and former Bundestag President.
- The news of Schäuble's death sparked reactions from political parties across Germany, with Winfried Kretschmann, the Minister President of Baden-Württemberg and a representative of the Greens, praising Schäuble as a committed parliamentarian.
- Despite their political differences, Kretschmann acknowledged the significant impact Schäuble had on federal politics, particularly during crucial years.
- Germany's Bundestag also mourned the loss of their former president and prominent CDU member, with many parties expressing their condolences.
- As Schäuble's demise makes headlines nationwide, it also brings to light the diverse political landscape in Germany and the roles played by figures like Schäuble and Kretschmann.
Source: www.stern.de
