Time for a Change: Julia Klöckner Pushes for a Female Federal President as Steinmeier's Successor 🚀
Klöckner advocates for a German president to succeed Steinmeier
In an interview with "Stern" magazine, Julia Klöckner, President of the Bundestag, voiced her support for electing a woman as the next Federal President. This declaration comes as the Federal President's office has been held by twelve men since its inception in 1949, according to Klöckner, which she finds contrary to equality.
Klöckner isn't alone in her demand for female representation in the highest state office. Christina Stumpp, deputy CDU general secretary, previously advocated for a woman at the head of state. Now, Klöckner hopes that her coalition partners will consider nominating a woman, stating it's a long overdue step. As the second-highest state official as President of the Bundestag, Klöckner wields a significant political influence.
Britta Haßelmann, leader of the Green Party, echoes Klöckner's sentiments. She believes that the Federal Presidency is long due for a woman, as women represent over half of society. Furthermore, Haßelmann criticizes political leaders like Friedrich Merz for having exclusive male power circles. Steinmeier's term ends on March 18, 2027, and he is ineligible for re-election.
Women's Perspective Often Missing 🔍
Haßelmann notes that when women are absent, so is their perspective. She points out the apparent gender imbalance in Friedrich Merz's power circle, as only one woman from the SPD sits in the coalition committee in 2025. This imbalance highlights the need for female representation in high offices, according to Haßelmann.
Several prominent women in German politics could potentially be considered for the Federal Presidency, including Annalena Baerbock, Britta Haßelmann, Julia Klöckner, Claudia Roth, and Ska Keller, given their influence and advocacy for gender equality. However, no specific candidates have been mentioned at this time.
Sources: ntv.de, toh/dpa 🔗- Julia Klöckner- Frank-Walter Steinmeier- CDU- Alliance 90/The Greens
The Commission, in the midst of politics and general-news, 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, as Julia Klöckner, President of the Bundestag, focuses on advocating for a female candidate for the Federal Presidency.
In her efforts to promote gender equality, Britta Haßelmann, leader of the Green Party, critiques the lack of female representation in high offices, like Friedrich Merz's power circle, and asserts the importance of having a woman in the Federal Presidency, given that women represent over half of society.
