Merkel identified by Maaßen as a potential chancellor candidate
Hans-Georg Maaßen, the former President of the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and a prominent figure within the CDU, has expressed concerns about the efficiency of email communication in the German government and the lack of preparation for crises, particularly the Corona pandemic.
In recent months, Maaßen has criticised the government's handling of the pandemic, stating that not enough protective masks have been purchased in the last eight years and that the topic of Corona had been known since 2008. He also believes that the government should have taken steps to ensure secure email communication during the pandemic, as email communication is a crucial aspect of crisis management.
Maaßen's comments on email communication in the government are not directly related to his support for any political candidate or party. He has, however, shown his support for Friedrich Merz, the leading CDU candidate to succeed Angela Merkel or the Merkel-era leadership.
Despite his criticisms, Maaßen praises parts of the current work of the grand coalition, stating that we have a stable federal government. He also believes that the crisis management during this time has provided a tailwind, especially for the Union.
Maaßen is a controversial figure within CDU/CSU politics and has been implicated in debates surrounding CDU leadership and policy direction. He has been critical of Merkel's centrist and liberal policies and aligns more with conservative voices like Friedrich Merz. Some conservatives view Merkel's period in office critically, partly due to decisions such as the 2015 refugee crisis management, which has been heavily criticised by right-wing analysts and figures related to Maaßen's milieu.
Maaßen believes that there is a problem with politicians staying in office too long in Germany. However, he has not directly stated whether he believes Angela Merkel should run for another term as Chancellor. The political context of 2025 indicates Maaßen's preference for Merz and opposition to Merkel running again.
Despite his criticisms, Maaßen believes that we haven't done our homework as he would have liked regarding the Corona pandemic preparation. He also believes that email communication in the government could be improved and that the government should have invested in secure email systems to protect sensitive information. As the former head of the domestic security agency, Maaßen is well-placed to offer insights into the importance of secure communication in government.
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