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Immigration emerges as key issue in Germany's upcoming elections

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Immigration emerges as key issue in Germany's upcoming elections

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  • Until recently, immigration was not expected to be a major issue in the upcoming German parliamentary elections.
  • The Magdeburg car-ramming attack on December 20, 2024, has reshaped the election discourse, killing six and injuring nearly 300.
  • This incident, along with prior attacks in Solingen and Mannheim, has heightened fears concerning refugees and their integration.
  • Friedrich Merz, leader of the CDU/CSU, is advocating for stricter policies, including deportation for foreign criminals after their second offense.
  • The shift in focus towards immigration suggests a growing concern among candidates to appeal to voters amid fears of rising violence.

For the full article, visit Le Monde.

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