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In a survey conducted just before the start of the coronavirus vaccinations, some interesting insights into Germany's political landscape have emerged. The survey, conducted by Kantar, included 1,077 respondents.
Notably, Chancellor Angela Merkel has seen a boost in approval ratings, increasing by five percentage points. However, the survey does not provide information about the popularity of different coalitions or the trust in the government to handle the coronavirus situation.
In the eastern German federal states, political preferences differ significantly from the west. The AfD and CDU are the most frequently desired parties for government, with the AfD often polling strongly or leading in regional preferences. For example, in Sachsen-Anhalt, the AfD garnered 39% of the support, compared to the CDU's 27%. Yet, a plurality still prefers a CDU-led government in some surveys.
Interestingly, the CDU and FDP have as much support as an unlikely connection between the Union and AfD (each 4%). Jens Spahn reached an all-time high, tying with CSU leader Markus Söder for 3rd place. Norbert Röttgen made significant progress, now level with Friedrich Merz and surpassing Armin Laschet.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen gained an eight-point increase in popularity, ranking 6th. However, no factual information is provided about the photo of Ursula von der Leyen.
The survey also sheds light on the public's trust in government to handle the coronavirus situation. More respondents trust the federal government (44%) to take the right measures against Corona than their state government (36%).
Among supporters of the Greens, more than two-thirds (68%) plan to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Interestingly, a black-green coalition is particularly popular among seniors.
The survey also reveals interesting trends regarding vaccinations. Of those surveyed, 37% of respondents said they will definitely get vaccinated, and 31% said they probably will. However, most supporters of the AfD are either vaccine opponents or vaccine skeptics.
Lastly, the survey does not provide information about the preferences of respondents in Eastern Germany versus the West regarding the AfD in government, or the trust in federal versus state governments to handle the coronavirus situation. Nonetheless, it offers a valuable snapshot of the current political climate in Germany amidst the ongoing pandemic.
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