The NRW SPD leadership, spearheaded by Achim Post and Sarah Philipp, is unfazed by the presence of Sahra Wagenknecht's alliance. Despite a dip in polls for both the state and federal SPD, Post remains optimistic, proclaiming a "resurgence" for his party 100 days into their tenure. General Secretary Frederick Cordes echoes this sentiment, attributing the "room for improvement" in the polls to a need for a fresh narrative for the SPD in the western region.
This fresh narrative, Cordes hints at, aims to bridge internal party positions and mend fences. While specifics are scant, potential directions could include an focus on social policy, environmental and infrastructure development, a progressive agenda, rebuilding trust, or adopting a coalition strategy. Regardless of the direction, the duo has their sights set on the upcoming national party conference and several workshops focusing on core topics like prosperity, family policy, and infrastructure.
With external representation in the workshops and plans for commissions on domestic policy and asylum, the NRW SPD leadership is seeking to unite and strengthen, readjusting their sails in the winds of change.
