A discussion event for young voters in the Freising district will feature eight candidates competing for the role of district administrator, including current officeholder Helmut Petz.
In the Freising district of Germany, a tradition has emerged where a discussion event is organized to assist young voters in making informed decisions during elections. The event, supported by the Süddeutsche Zeitung, is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, ahead of the local elections taking place on Sunday, March 8. This year, for the first time, the event will be held at the campus of the Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf, allowing young voters an opportunity to engage directly with the candidates.
Eight candidates, including the incumbent Helmut Petz from the Free Voters party, will participate in the event, seeking to connect with the youth electorate. Petz, who has been in office for six years, is aiming for re-election while the lineup also includes candidates from other parties such as Susanne Hoyer from the CSU and Tobias Weiskopf from the FDP. However, Richard Paukner from the AfD will not attend, creating a noticeable absence in the candidate roster, which may shape the dynamics of the discussion.
This event underscores the importance of youth engagement in local politics and the need for direct dialogue between candidates and voters. By providing a platform for younger constituents to voice their concerns and questions, the KJR and Süddeutsche Zeitung are fostering an environment where local politics can become more accessible and relevant to the younger generation, ultimately influencing the electoral outcomes in the Freising district.
