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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Lower Franconia: CSU Duel for the Town Hall: When a Former Mayor Wants to Replace Her Successor

Karola Back, a former mayor of Strahlungen, is running again for mayor against her successor Johannes Hümpfner in a local political contest.

Feb 26 • 12:58 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Mayoral Election: Will the Black Stronghold Hebertshausen Fall?

The mayoral election in Hebertshausen on March 8 could challenge the notion that party affiliation matters at the municipal level or reinforce the dominance of the CSU in rural areas.

Feb 26 • 10:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SZ Podcast 'Hey Munich': Why does an influencer want to enter the city council?

Influencer Philip Windsperger aims to transition from social media to a political role by running for a spot in the Munich city council.

Feb 26 • 06:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Podcast: 'On the Point': Heating Law: A Step Back for Climate and Renters

The CDU/CSU has largely rolled back the heating law of the coalition government, posing questions about its implications for consumers and climate goals.

Feb 25 • 15:58 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Traffic in Munich: City Decides to Redesign Giesinger Berg

The Munich city council has approved the redesign of Giesinger Berg to increase space for cyclists, despite last-minute attempts by the CSU and Free Voters to halt the project.

Feb 25 • 15:25 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Black-red heating plans: More freedom - but no clarity

The CDU/CSU and SPD have successfully paused the heating law proposed by Habeck, leading to revisions in climate protection regulations.

Feb 25 • 12:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Election: Candidate on CSU City Council List Switches to AfD

A candidate from the CSU's city council list in Haar has switched to the AfD party just weeks before the March local elections, causing turmoil within the CSU.

Feb 24 • 16:22 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Old and New Connections Accusations: Are the Family Affairs of CSU and AfD Comparable?

The CSU remains cautious in addressing the nepotism scandal involving the AfD, despite having faced similar accusations 13 years ago.

Feb 23 • 20:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Government: CSU Board is skeptical of social media age limit

The CSU leadership expresses skepticism regarding the plans by CDU and SPD to introduce an age limit for social media platforms.

Feb 23 • 14:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Greens Support CDU Proposal for Social Media Ban, CSU Skeptical

The Greens are in favor of a proposed social media ban for children suggested by the CDU, while the CSU expresses skepticism about the implementation.

Feb 23 • 14:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections in Bavaria: Struggling Greens - and Where They Might Still Succeed

The Green Party in Bavaria is facing challenges in the upcoming local elections, but is still hopeful for victories in specific areas like Neuburg an der Donau.

Feb 19 • 13:56 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Mattarella's Blitz at the CSM. And the Left Recruits Him for the No

Sergio Mattarella made a surprise appearance at the CSM, emphasizing the need for mutual respect among institutions, particularly the judiciary.

Feb 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Tax Debate: Taking Markus Söder at His Word

Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder firmly rules out any tax increases or new debts, which complicates the promised reduction of income taxes, but may create an opportunity for a political agenda shift for the Schwarz-Red coalition.

Feb 18 • 17:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Ash Wednesday in Passau: Even Söder is Running out of Opponents

At the CSU's Ash Wednesday event in Passau, Markus Söder criticizes political opponents, but finds that they are dwindling in number.

Feb 18 • 13:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Söder: "The worst opponent is these NGOs"

CSU leader Markus Söder criticized left-wing groups and NGOs during his speech at the political Ash Wednesday event in Passau.

Feb 18 • 11:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Söder: "The worst opponent is these NGOs"

CSU leader Markus Söder criticizes leftist NGOs and emphasizes his party’s dedication to rural areas during his speech.

Feb 18 • 10:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Söder in Passau: 'The Left Do Not Love Rural Areas'

During a speech at the political Ash Wednesday event in Passau, Markus Söder criticized the left's attitude towards rural areas, asserting that the CSU is the true advocate for these regions.

Feb 18 • 10:07 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Political Ash Wednesday of the CSU begins

The Political Ash Wednesday event of the CSU party has commenced in Passau, featuring speeches and discussions on key political issues.

Feb 18 • 08:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Ash Wednesday in Bavaria: Exchange of blows as the start of the heated local election campaign

Political leaders in Bavaria gather for Ash Wednesday events, marking the kickoff of the local election campaign.

Feb 18 • 05:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Ash Wednesday in Bavaria: Sparring Match Kicks Off Hot Local Election Campaign

Political leaders in Bavaria engage in speeches as they launch into the local election campaign, with key figures from various parties scheduled to address supporters.

Feb 18 • 05:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Ash Wednesday in Bavaria: Exchange of Blows as the Start of the Hot Local Election Campaign

The political leaders in Bavaria address key themes as they kick off the campaign for the upcoming local elections on Ash Wednesday.

Feb 18 • 05:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Ash Wednesday: Fish Dinner with Erwin Huber

Erwin Huber, a prominent figure in the CSU party, hosted a fish dinner event in Grünwald, reflecting his longstanding connection to the political festivities of Ash Wednesday.

Feb 17 • 13:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Ash Wednesday: State Secretary versus former Mayor

Political Ash Wednesday events in Fürstenfeldbruck and Dachau are subdued this year as prominent politicians head to Lower Bavaria, while local meetings feature discussions on community issues.

Feb 17 • 12:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Election Campaign After Cocaine Affair: Neubiberg Has Had Enough

The local election campaign in Neubiberg is overshadowed by the cocaine scandal involving Mayor Thomas Pardeller, yet it remains largely unaddressed by his party and opponents.

Feb 17 • 09:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Crime: More Security on Trains

A German politician proposes access restrictions at train stations to enhance safety following rising incidents of aggression against railway staff.

Feb 16 • 15:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

FRAKTUR: Was Aigner's Outfit Responsible for Söder's Sourness?

The article humorously speculates on the reasons for CSU leader Markus Söder's lack of enjoyment during the Fasching festivities in Veitshöchheim.

Feb 13 • 15:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Dismantling Bureaucracy in Bavaria: Turning Lenin's Words on Their Head

The CSU and Free Voters in Bavaria propose a law to temporarily suspend state law in selected model regions to simplify local governance.

Feb 13 • 14:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Parity: Does the AfD Save Representative Democracy?

The article discusses the debates surrounding electoral representation and the balance of power between Germany's political parties, particularly the SPD and the CDU/CSU.

Feb 13 • 08:43 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The case goes straight to the CSM. And the Supreme Court will evaluate disciplinary measures. "His balance must be verified"

Nicola Gratteri, the Public Prosecutor of Naples, has made controversial statements regarding the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform in Italy, categorizing citizens' votes in a divisive manner.

Feb 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Election 2026: Aßling CSU Candidate Refuses Panel Discussion

In Aßling, CSU candidate Sebastian Brilmayer declined to participate in a candidate forum for the mayoral position, which prompted disappointment from his opponents and detractors.

Feb 12 • 13:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Renewable Energies: The Wind Has Changed for the CSU

Bavaria's government is reversing its previously cautious stance on wind power by advocating for significant expansion through the Bundesrat.

Feb 12 • 12:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

A Family, Three Parties: "We Don't Campaign at Home Here"

The Wüstner family in Herzogenaurach showcases a unique political diversity, with members representing different parties—SPD, Die Linke, and a historical tie to CSU.

Feb 11 • 12:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipal Election: CSU Withdraws Allegation Against SPD Candidate

The CSU party has retracted a claim regarding an SPD candidate in the Haar municipal elections after the SPD demanded corrections, acknowledging the statement was false.

Feb 9 • 14:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Starnberg: Lecture by Inspector General Carsten Breuer

General Inspector Carsten Breuer will give a lecture on military security at an event organized by the CSU Starnberg on February 11.

Feb 8 • 16:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections in Regensburg: Twelve Mayoral Candidates Promise Solutions Against Stagnation

In Regensburg, candidates for mayor offer solutions to address the city's stagnation, with CSU's Astrid Freudenstein as a leading contender.

Feb 8 • 12:04 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

At twelve in court – how the CSU wants to combat juvenile crime

The CSU is proposing a new approach to tackle juvenile crime, despite the political challenges of lowering the age of criminal responsibility in Germany.

Feb 7 • 15:04 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Mother’s Pension: Annual 13.5 billion euros for CSU clientele policy

The planned expansion of the Mother’s Pension in Germany is set to add billions in costs, primarily funded by taxpayers, with significant implications for social welfare funding.

Feb 7 • 12:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Dispute over reforms escalates: "Outrageous attacks by the Union on employees"

German unions are responding with strong verbal attacks against CDU/CSU and employers regarding potential government plans for social state reform, emphasizing a need for higher wages and a robust social system to strengthen the economy.

Feb 6 • 13:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bavarian Parliament: "Backward-looking Symbolic Politics" - CSU Member Calls Nuclear Plans Unrealistic

The article discusses the ongoing nostalgia for nuclear energy in Bavaria, particularly among the AfD and CSU parties, following the closure of the last nuclear plant in the region.

Feb 6 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Reform Debate: When 'Smart Alecks' Want to Shatter the Welfare State

During a press conference, Verdi leader Frank Werneke criticized the CDU/CSU and employers for wanting to dismantle the welfare state, challenging them to experience the realities faced by workers in Berlin and healthcare services.

Feb 6 • 11:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Camouflage: When the Greens Run in Blue

Daniela Groß is running as a candidate for the Greens in the Landsberg am Lech district, donning blue colors that resemble those of the CSU, illustrating a twist on political branding.

Feb 6 • 10:26 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"For me, modern masculinity is diverse," reflects Banaszak in "Playboy"

Green Party leader Felix Banaszak wishes for a more relaxed approach from his party, emphasizing diversity in masculinity in a Playboy interview where he also criticizes CSU leader Markus Söder.

Feb 5 • 16:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Allegedly Humorous Election Campaign: The Young Union Has Trouble - With the CSU

The Young Union is facing criticism for their election campaign featuring elderly individuals, aiming to attract younger voters with the message that the district council needs to become younger.

Feb 5 • 13:46 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

JU Chief Winkel Wants to Save "Dozens of Billions a Year" on Social Benefits

Johannes Winkel, leader of the Young Union, highlights significant savings potential in social welfare, advocating for reforms in pension and social state to enhance efficiency.

Feb 5 • 00:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Mold in Numerous Dormitories: Why Must Students Live Like This in Munich?

Over 2000 photos reveal severe mold issues in student housing in Munich, prompting condemnation from even the CSU's Minister of Science.

Feb 4 • 16:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Passion of Christ performance opens applications for participants; see how to participate

Applications for the cast of the 55th Performance of the Passion of Christ in Cubatão (SP) are open until February 15, with the event set to take place at CSU - Parque do Trabalhador.

Feb 4 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Wurster: One Hour More ...

The article discusses the implications and perspectives on work and social issues in the context of time management, as reflected in the title's metaphor.

Feb 3 • 15:44 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

CDU Equals AfD in Polls for the First Time in Months - SPD Also Gains

A new poll shows the CDU matching the AfD for the first time in months, with both the CDU/CSU and SPD gaining support.

Feb 3 • 10:32 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Party of the Super-Rich, Privileged, and Fat Cats" - Green MP Attacks Söder

Green MP Timon Dzienus criticized CSU leader Markus Söder's proposals for economic growth during a TV debate, calling them a "bad idea" and "absolute impertinence."

Feb 2 • 17:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipal Election in Munich: SZ Podium with Mayor Candidates

The upcoming municipal election in Munich on March 8 will determine the city's next mayor, with candidates including incumbent Dieter Reiter (SPD), Dominik Krause (Greens), and Clemens Baumgärtner (CSU).

Jan 16 • 14:57 UTC

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