Berlin's Political Landscape Shakes Up: CDU Still on Top, The Left Makes a Comeback
Conservative Democratic Union (CDU) retains strongest political power in Berlin; Left party experiences substantial growth. - Conservative Party CDU remains strongest in Berlin; Left Party experiences substantial growth
Here's the lowdown on Berlin's political scene based on the latest polls by Infratest dimap, as reported by RBB. Here's what's shaking things up:
The Left is gaining ground and could secure the second-strongest position with a whopping 19%. That's three times their poll value just six months ago. The Greens, while still holding on to the third spot, have taken a hit with a loss of five percentage points, leaving them at 15%. The SPD, however, is looking up, inching ahead by two percentage points, now sitting comfortably at 14%. This means the current black-red government would no longer have a majority.
The AfD, which slipped to 11% in November last year, is expected to drop further to 13%. The Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW), once a formidable force, has nearly halved its poll result, now hanging on at a mere 4%.
Now, let's dive into the political players:
- CDU (Christian Democratic Union): Germany's largest party, CDU has been holding onto its leadership role both nationally and in Berlin. The party, known for its conservative policies, has been vocal about backing Ukraine in its ongoing conflict.
- The Left (Die Linke): This party has seen a significant bounce back, polling around 9%, after being under 5% earlier in the year. Post their split from the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance, The Left has reverted to its democratic socialist roots, gaining back voter support.
- Greens (Alliance 90/The Greens): The Greens, with their progressive agenda promoting immigrant support and wind energy, have traditionally been competitive in the local Berlin scene, although exact current polling numbers were not detailed.
- SPD (Social Democratic Party): Germany's oldest political party, the SPD, suffered losses in the latest federal election, polling around 16.4%, behind the CDU and AfD nationally. Their role in the previous coalition government and perceived handling of immigration issues were points of contention for voters.
- AfD (Alternative for Germany): The far-right AfD is making waves as a significant opposition force, doubling its vote share from 2021 to about 20.8%. Their focus on immigration, economic grievances, and Russia-friendly positions have resonated strongly with voters, especially in eastern regions. Despite this, other parties remain unwilling to collaborate with them.
- Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW): The populist splinter group from The Left, led by Sahra Wagenknecht, has seen a decline in support, polling just under the 5% threshold nationally (4.98%).
In a nutshell, Berlin's political landscape is witnessing a resurgence of The Left, steady performance from the Greens and SPD, a steep decline for the Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht, and the AfD continuing its surge as a major opposition force. These shifts mirror broader national trends observed in the 2025 federal elections, with regional variations in the Berlin House of Representatives-specific figures. Stay tuned for more developments in the political scene!
The Commission, in light of the political shifts in Berlin, might consider submitting a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, given the increasing role of The Left, known for its focus on workers' rights, in the Berlin House of Representatives.
These political shifts in Berlin, marked by the resurgence of The Left and continued growth of the AfD, could significantly influence policy-and-legislation, making general news headlines both at the local and national levels.
