5 Takeaways From Germany’s Election
Friedrich Merz and his party won, Elon Musk didn’t seem to move voters, and more lessons from an early German vote with big implications for Europe.
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Five takeaways from Germany’s historic election — in charts
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Katya Adler: Far right looks for breakthrough in Germany's election
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Immigration and an ailing economy dominate Germany’s election as far right eyes gains
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Shocked by Trump, Europe Turns Its Hopes to Germany’s Election
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Conservatives win Germany election as far-right sees strong showing
Exit polls show the center-right Christian Democratic Union party leading, with the AfD party heading towards the strongest showing of the far-right since World War II.CBS News - 1d -
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The Guardian view on Germany’s election result: Merz’s task is formidable | Editorial
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How TikTok Helped Germany’s Left to a Surprise Election Showing
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Germany to move toward 'independence' from US, new leader says
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‘Our neighbours are daring to choose fascism again’: Germany’s election leaves many fearing what lies ahead
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Germany’s election will usher in new leadership — but might not turn tides for the country's struggling economy
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