CDU leader Friedrich Merz and CSU leader Markus Soder urged supporters in Nuremberg to vote on February 23 as a way to halt the advance of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). They pledged not to form any alliances or cooperations with the AfD, asserting their parties as a 'firewall' against extremist politics. Amidst rising protests against their migration policy attempts, which involved seeking support from the AfD, they emphasized the need for a political shift as their coalition leads in polls, currently around 30%.
"I would betray the soul of the CDU, if I were to reach out even with my little finger towards that kind of politics," Merz said.
"We are the protective barrier. We are the firewall," Soder said, affirming the stance against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD).
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