SPD begins three-day federal party conference with election of party leaders
In the afternoon, delegates will discuss a key motion from the party leadership entitled "Together for a strong Germany". It is intended to sharpen the social profile of the Chancellor's party, which is weakening in the polls. Among other things, it envisages higher taxes on the wealthy and a relaxation of the debt brake - although parts of the party are demanding the abolition of the debt rules. The SPD leadership also wants to promote investment in projects for the climate-neutral restructuring of the economy with a state fund for Germany.
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The three-day Federal Party Conference of the SPD begins with the election of party leaders in Berlin. Kevin Kühnert and Lars Klingbeil are both contenders for the leadership position. From Saskia Esken, the current co-chair, delegates expect a strong appeal to the party base during her speech. The choice between Kühnert and Klingbeil could shape the future direction of the SPD, especially in regard to the potential Traffic light coalition. During the conference, delegate discussions will focus on a key motion from the party leadership titled "Together for a strong Germany," which includes proposals for higher taxes on the wealthy and a relaxed debt brake, but some party members are advocating for the abolition of the debt rules completely.
Source: www.stern.de
