2024-12-21 11:00:08
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Controversy Surrounds Canceled TV Debate in German Elections

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The cancellation of a TV debate between Green candidate Habeck and AfD candidate Weidel has sparked significant debate in German politics. While the focus shifted to a debate featuring Scholz and Merz, critics argue that this decision undermines equal opportunities for all candidates.

Concerns have been raised about the public broadcasters' independence and their role in maintaining a 'firewall' against the AfD. Protests against the AfD's campaign have also emerged, highlighting societal divisions.

As the political landscape shifts, the implications of these decisions resonate deeply, prompting discussions about representation and the responsibilities of media outlets in democratic discourse. With an early federal election set for February 23, the stakes are higher than ever.

t-online
20. Dezember 2024 um 13:12

Federal Election: ARD and ZDF Cancel TV Debate with Habeck and Weidel

Politics
TV debate between Green candidate Habeck and AfD candidate Weidel canceled. Instead, TV debate between Scholz (SPD) and Merz (CDU), invitation of Weidel and Habeck to other formats, criticism in politics due to equal opportunities, offers from Lindner (FDP) and Wagenknecht (BSW) as well as early federal election planned for February 23.
Berliner Zeitung
21. Dezember 2024 um 05:28

Katja Hoyer on public broadcasting: "It is not the task of ARD and ZDF to maintain the firewall"

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focus
21. Dezember 2024 um 09:47

Nena and the Other Opinion - Chancellor Debate at ARD/ZDF without Weidel: AfD Benefits from this Discourse Refusal

Politics
The broadcasters emphasize that their concept for the Chancellor's debate was developed independently of political influences. Furthermore, they follow the usual practice that the opposition leader challenges the incumbent Chancellor. Nevertheless, the decision remains controversial.
Frankfurter Rundschau
21. Dezember 2024 um 09:19

"With the AfD, Germany will deteriorate terribly": Demonstration at AfD election campaign kickoff in Hesse

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