Bodo Ramelow: Splitting from Wagenknecht Alliance Opens New Doors
As the dust settles on Sahra Wagenknecht's departure from the Left Party and her subsequent alliance, Thuringia's Minister President Bodo Ramelow is eying some fresh possibilities. "Even turning lemons into lemonade from shattered pieces can be rather enjoyable if you use the stones to construct something remarkable, something beneficial, something stunning," Ramelow told rbb Inforadio on Friday. His party continues to steer clear of propagandistic rhetoric, instead lending their focus to the tangible aspects of politics.
In the past, Ramelow yearned for increased backing from Wagenknecht, revealing his sentiments just over three weeks ago. The departure of Wagenknecht and her followers from the Left Party has left an empty space that could be filled with fresh perspectives and ideas for future parties.
Regarding the possibility of forming a coalition with the "Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance" for the upcoming state elections in 2024, Ramelow dismisses the notion as a "phantom discussion." Per Ramelow, establishing a connection between the CDU and the far-right is the more pressing concern. "It's essential to consider whether an alliance will emerge from the right that aims to serve as a bridge between the far-right and the CDU."
Taking place this weekend, the federal party conference for the Left Party in Augsburg, Bavaria, will aim to send a strong, clear message. "We will stand united, and these ongoing public debates surrounding Wagenknecht's name will not derail us any further."
After the split, the Left Party is determined to unite and maintain focus on the European elections in 2024, as stated by Ramelow during the Augsburg conference. Nevertheless, the departure may also present a chance to collaborate with new parties and seize fresh opportunities.
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Though Ramelow now faces some new challenges, opportunities abound for the Left Party in the wake of Wagenknecht's departure. The party may consider several collaborations to reaffirm and strengthen their position:
- Reinforcing existing coalitions with the SPD and Greens
- Building alliances with smaller parties at the municipal and state level
- Rebuilding internal factions within the Left Party
- Engaging in grassroots activism and participating in local social movements
- Exploring potential partnerships with other left-wing parties
- Campaigning on key issues, such as anti-fascism, anti-militarism, and social justice.
By embracing some or all of these tactics, the Left Party may be able to leverage the split for their benefit and potentially gain renewed support in the region.
