Four out of 10 Germans worried about political future – DW – 01/08/2025
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A new survey has found that many Germans have lost faith in their political leaders. The ruling SPD was seen as having "trust" and "competence" issues.

Summary

A YouGov survey revealed 39% of Germans are concerned about the country’s political future ahead of the February 23 federal election, with frustrations centered on Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s SPD-led government.

The SPD is facing “trust and competence problems,” with 50% opposing its return to government and 46% blaming it for economic challenges.

Support for the SPD has dropped to 16%, while the CDU/CSU leads with 29%, followed by the far-right AfD at 21%.

  • @[email protected]English
    12•1 day ago

    Is 4/10 any higher than normal? Referencing a number like this without context is journalistic malpractice.