Recent events have placed the German Green Party in a spotlight of internal strife and leadership changes. Saxon Green Party chairwoman Christin Furtenbacher resigned following a lackluster re-election result, securing only 57% of votes. This reflects a significant drop in support, compounded by the party's poor performance in recent state elections, where they fell from 8.9% to 5.1%. The party plans a leadership overhaul in the spring, aiming to recover ahead of future campaigns.
In Hesse, a similar crisis unfolded with the resignation of co-chairwoman Kathrin Anders. Her departure follows allegations against her co-chair, Andreas Ewald, involving expensive trips funded by external entities. Anders criticized the party's lack of transparency and respect, highlighting structural issues within the organization. The controversy arises amid preparations for upcoming federal elections and after the collapse of the state's coalition government, necessitating new elections.
These resignations underscore a period of turmoil and introspection for the Green Party, as they navigate accusations of financial misconduct and internal dissatisfaction. Both state parties face the challenge of regaining voter trust and stabilizing their leadership structures.
