Left Party gains confidence as German election nears DW 01/19/2025
Briefly

The political landscape has shifted significantly for the Left Party since its recent convention, reflecting a newfound optimism despite previous setbacks and failures.
Co-chairs Jan van Aken and Ines Schwerdtner highlighted the renewed energy in the party, attributing growing support to changes in leadership and a pivot toward social and ecological issues.
Recent polls show the Left Party nearing the critical 5% mark needed to enter the Bundestag, as the rival BSW's support wanes amid a stark political re-evaluation.
The party's new direction comes at a time of political upheaval, with the collapse of the SPD-Greens coalition presenting an opportunity for the Left Party to reclaim relevance.
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