State elections: BSW considers forming alliances with CDU, yet insists on terms that hold value.

State elections: BSW considers forming alliances with CDU, yet insists on terms that hold value.

The BSW adamantly refuses to partner with the CDU under any circumstances. "We're not getting on board with a policy for the sake of being in power," stated Mohamed Ali. On economic and educational policy, the CDU requires compromises from the BSW. Additionally, the BSW chair firmly refuses collaboration with the AfD.

Elections for new state parliaments will occur in Thuringia and Saxony on September 1st, and in Brandenburg on September 22nd. As per recent polls, the BSW trails behind the AfD and CDU in Thuringia and Saxony, and also lags behind the current ruling SPD in Brandenburg. Since no party wishes to form a coalition with the leading AfD in the surveys, the BSW could potentially feature in upcoming state governments.

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1. Despite BSW's insistence on valuable terms, discussions about possible alliances with CDU continue in Brandenburg, aiming to form a stronger front against the AfD.
2. The CDU, aware of BSW's stance, might seek to change their approach for the upcoming State election in Thuringia, hoping to secure a coalition after the votes are counted.
3. Mohamed Ali, as BSW's chair, emphasizes that their party will not compromise on their principles, even if it means losing potential coalitions, reminiscent of Amira Mohamed Ali's stance on certain issues.
4. In contrast to the BSW, Sahra Wagenknecht's party (BSW) has gained popularity in Saxony, and many voters hope this momentum will continue in the State elections, enabling them to be part of the governing coalition.
5. Concerns about decreasing prices and rising costs are hot topics among voters in Thuringia, which could potentially impact the outcome of the State election, as the leading parties scramble to present viable solutions.
6. If the BSW manages to overcome their differences and establish an alliance with CDU or even the SPD, they could significantly impact the political landscape in Brandenburg, as demonstrated in previous State elections in Saxony.
7. The BSW's decision to stick to their values or choose pragmatic alliances may shift the political landscape in Thuringia and Saxony's State elections, sending a signal to other regional parties on the importance of unity and commitment.

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