The Left's Ambitious Election Agenda for 2025

The Left party has unveiled its election program for the upcoming 2025 federal election, aiming to position itself as a credible social alternative amidst competing parties. Leaders Ines Schwerdtner and Jan van Aken emphasized key social demands, including rent freezes and the introduction of a four-day workweek.

The program also proposes significant policies such as the establishment of a price authority, increased funding for social housing, and a wealth tax targeting billionaires. Furthermore, the party seeks to replace NATO with a unified European security framework.

The Left's strategy hinges on engaging directly with constituents, as demonstrated by extensive community discussions. However, the party acknowledges the challenge of securing a seat in the Bundestag, recognizing that past successes do not guarantee future victories.

As candidates are chosen, such as Pascal Meiser in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, the Left prepares to mobilize support for its ambitious vision.