Turmoil Within Germany's Traffic Light Coalition

Germany's traffic light coalition, comprising the SPD, Greens, and FDP, faces significant internal strife following poor election results in Thuringia, Saxony, and Brandenburg. The discord is largely driven by divergent stances on economic policy, migration, and the recent pension reform proposal.

Christian Lindner from the FDP has criticized both the SPD and Greens for their handling of economic issues and policies like the 29-euro ticket and the collective bargaining law. Meanwhile, the Greens are undergoing leadership changes, with some members calling for a repositioning of the party.

The coalition's unity is further strained by differing views on asylum policy, as highlighted by NRW Minister-President Wüst's critique of his own party colleagues and calls for new elections. Internal debates and external criticisms, such as those from industry representatives warning of deindustrialization, add to the coalition's challenges.

With the backdrop of these tensions, the future of the traffic light coalition remains uncertain, and its ability to govern effectively is under question.