In Ottobrunn, the incumbent mayor Thomas Loderer from the CSU is opting out of a crucial debate with his challenger, Florian Schardt from the SPD, just before the runoff election scheduled for March 22nd. This decision has raised eyebrows, as debates are typically seen as opportunities for candidates to communicate their positions to the electorate and engage with the community effectively. Loderer’s refusal to attend comes as a surprise, especially given that voters are looking for clarity and dialogue in the lead-up to such an important decision.