Berlin's Shifting Political Landscape: CDU Remains Top Dog as Left Gains Ground
Conservative Party CDU maintains strongest position in Berlin; Left party experiences substantial growth. - Conservative party CDU maintains stronghold in Berlin; Left party sees significant growth
Mark your calendars for September 2026 - it's election time in Berlin! The city's political scene is shaping up to be a doozy, according to a recent poll by Infratest dimap. Here's the lowdown.
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) still stands tall as the most powerful force in Berlin, but there's been a significant shift in the undercurrents. The Left (Die Linke) is on the rise, tripling its poll value, making them the second strongest force in the city, sliding in with 19%. The Greens, while losing five percentage points, still manage to hold on to the third position with 15%. The SPD, on the other hand, is seeing a slight improvement, gaining two percentage points and landing at 14%.
The current black-red government won't have a majority, thanks to these shifts. The AfD, however, takes a slightly smaller slice of the pie, making do with 13%, down by two percentage points compared to last year. The Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) has seen a dramatic drop, nearly halving its poll result and settling at a meager 4%.
CDU, the federal capital, polls, Kai Wegner, Infratest dimap, RBB, The Left, Alliance 90/The Greens, SPD, and AfD are all players in this fierce game of political chess.
Want to dive a bit deeper? Here's the scoop:
- CDU: While they're still the top dog in Berlin, CDU has been working behind the scenes, with resolutions against teaming up with The Left and AfD, but considering strategic maneuvers regarding the BSW.
- The Left: The Left has seen a resurgence, climbing from polling below 5% to around 9%. They're aiming to return to their democratic socialist roots post the split caused by Sahra Wagenknecht’s departure and the formation of the BSW.
- Greens: The Greens continue to be a significant player, prioritizing support for immigrants and renewable energy.
- SPD: The SPD is facing internal and external pressure, struggling with coalition challenges and shifting voter allegiances.
- AfD: AfD has doubled their vote share nationally and in Berlin, with a focus on immigration concerns, economic grievances, and somewhat Russia-friendly positions.
- BSW: The BSW, led by Sahra Wagenknecht, has seen declining support and missed the threshold to enter the Bundestag. They've sought coalitions with CDU in some states, indicating complexity in Berlin’s political landscape.
In short, expect a tumultuous political landscape in Berlin, with a strong CDU presence, a growing Left, a robust AfD as a protest vote, a fracturing left with the BSW struggling for traction, and the SPD and Greens battling shifting allegiances and internal party dynamics. Coalition-building may just become the name of the game. Stay tuned!
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, given the shift in Berlin's political landscape.
In the context of the rising political tension in Berlin, this proposed policy-and-legislation takes on new importance, as it seeks to address potential health risks that could impact workers in various sectors, including those in policy-and-legislation, politics, and general news.
