On the Ropes, Olaf Scholz Keeps PunchingOlaf Scholz, facing low poll numbers, rallies supporters by highlighting government achievements and making pointed political statements.
Scholz trails conservative CDU/CSU in election polls DW 02/14/2025The SPD is significantly trailing in the polls, making Olaf Scholz's hopes for reelection appear unrealistic.
Germany set for early elections in February after government collapseGermany prepares for early elections on February 23 after coalition government collapse.Chancellor Scholz likely to lose confidence vote, leading to elections.
Germany's Social Democrats kick off election campaign DW 11/30/2024Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasizes the significance of the upcoming February election for Germany's future amidst challenging poll standings for the SPD.
Germany: Scholz laments 'bitter' Saxony, Thuringia votes DW 09/02/2024Chancellor Scholz views recent state election results as a call to action for all parties to counter the rise of right-wing extremism.
SPD set to finish ahead of far-right AfD in Brandenburg vote DW 09/22/2024The Social Democrats hold a narrow lead over the AfD in Brandenburg's elections, highlighting political tensions ahead of federal votes.
On the Ropes, Olaf Scholz Keeps PunchingOlaf Scholz, facing low poll numbers, rallies supporters by highlighting government achievements and making pointed political statements.
Scholz trails conservative CDU/CSU in election polls DW 02/14/2025The SPD is significantly trailing in the polls, making Olaf Scholz's hopes for reelection appear unrealistic.
Germany set for early elections in February after government collapseGermany prepares for early elections on February 23 after coalition government collapse.Chancellor Scholz likely to lose confidence vote, leading to elections.
Germany's Social Democrats kick off election campaign DW 11/30/2024Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasizes the significance of the upcoming February election for Germany's future amidst challenging poll standings for the SPD.
Germany: Scholz laments 'bitter' Saxony, Thuringia votes DW 09/02/2024Chancellor Scholz views recent state election results as a call to action for all parties to counter the rise of right-wing extremism.
SPD set to finish ahead of far-right AfD in Brandenburg vote DW 09/22/2024The Social Democrats hold a narrow lead over the AfD in Brandenburg's elections, highlighting political tensions ahead of federal votes.
German election: What is at stake? DW 02/22/2025The upcoming election reflects a clear desire for change in Germany.Friedrich Merz is positioned to lead, capitalizing on massive anticipated losses for the SPD and FDP.
German election: Merz's conservatives slide in YouGov poll DW 02/18/2025CDU/CSU support drops to 27% before upcoming elections, marking their worst poll results since August 2023.
Brandenburg election: Far right, center left in close race DW 09/17/2024The far-right AfD is poised to overtake the SPD in Brandenburg, but faces political isolation as coalition options are limited.
Scholz's Social Democrats hold back the far right in German state voteThe SPD narrowly won the Brandenburg election, indicating significance for Scholz's political future amidst a contentious campaign.
Brandenburg election campaign wraps up ahead of elections on SundayThe far-right AfD could surpass the SPD in Brandenburg, altering the political landscape significantly.
Germany: AfD seeks further boost in Brandenburg election DW 09/22/2024AfD is positioned for potential electoral gains in Brandenburg amid competitive polling against SPD.
German election: What is at stake? DW 02/22/2025The upcoming election reflects a clear desire for change in Germany.Friedrich Merz is positioned to lead, capitalizing on massive anticipated losses for the SPD and FDP.
German election: Merz's conservatives slide in YouGov poll DW 02/18/2025CDU/CSU support drops to 27% before upcoming elections, marking their worst poll results since August 2023.
Brandenburg election: Far right, center left in close race DW 09/17/2024The far-right AfD is poised to overtake the SPD in Brandenburg, but faces political isolation as coalition options are limited.
Scholz's Social Democrats hold back the far right in German state voteThe SPD narrowly won the Brandenburg election, indicating significance for Scholz's political future amidst a contentious campaign.
Brandenburg election campaign wraps up ahead of elections on SundayThe far-right AfD could surpass the SPD in Brandenburg, altering the political landscape significantly.
Germany: AfD seeks further boost in Brandenburg election DW 09/22/2024AfD is positioned for potential electoral gains in Brandenburg amid competitive polling against SPD.
Social Democrats TD Eoin Hayes suspended from party after he sold shares in firm that supplies Israeli military a month after he was electedEoin Hayes sold shares after being elected, leading to immediate suspension by the Social Democrats.
Social Democrats TD Eoin Hayes suspended from party after he sold shares in firm that supplies Israeli military a month after he was electedEoin Hayes sold shares in Palantir Technologies after being elected to the council, leading to his suspension from the Social Democrats.
Social Democrats offices evacuated after 'suspect package' arrivedThe Social Democrats' offices were evacuated due to a suspect package linked to Eoin Hayes amid ongoing controversies.
Eoin Hayes 'indefinitely' suspended from Social Democrats following review, deputy party leader confirmsEoin Hayes faces indefinite suspension from the Social Democrats following an internal review on his financial disclosures relating to a technology company.
Social Democrats offices evacuated after 'suspect package' arrived but gardai find threat 'not credible'Emergency services deemed the threat of a suspect package 'not credible' after investigation at the Social Democrats' headquarters.
Eoin Hayes 'indefinitely' suspended from Social Democrats following review, deputy party leader confirmsEoin Hayes remains indefinitely suspended from the Social Democrats due to incomplete disclosure of shareholdings after being elected.
Social Democrats TD Eoin Hayes suspended from party after he sold shares in firm that supplies Israeli military a month after he was electedEoin Hayes sold shares after being elected, leading to immediate suspension by the Social Democrats.
Social Democrats TD Eoin Hayes suspended from party after he sold shares in firm that supplies Israeli military a month after he was electedEoin Hayes sold shares in Palantir Technologies after being elected to the council, leading to his suspension from the Social Democrats.
Social Democrats offices evacuated after 'suspect package' arrivedThe Social Democrats' offices were evacuated due to a suspect package linked to Eoin Hayes amid ongoing controversies.
Eoin Hayes 'indefinitely' suspended from Social Democrats following review, deputy party leader confirmsEoin Hayes faces indefinite suspension from the Social Democrats following an internal review on his financial disclosures relating to a technology company.
Social Democrats offices evacuated after 'suspect package' arrived but gardai find threat 'not credible'Emergency services deemed the threat of a suspect package 'not credible' after investigation at the Social Democrats' headquarters.
Eoin Hayes 'indefinitely' suspended from Social Democrats following review, deputy party leader confirmsEoin Hayes remains indefinitely suspended from the Social Democrats due to incomplete disclosure of shareholdings after being elected.
After beating far right in Brandenburg, Germany's SDP mulls deal with hard leftGermany's political landscape is shifting, requiring coalition negotiation between Social Democrats and hard-left Russophiles after a close regional election win.
The German Chancellor's Party Ekes Out a Win Over the Far RightThe Social Democrats narrowly defeated the far-right AfD in Brandenburg, energizing Scholz's government ahead of federal elections.
A top official with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's party quits, a year before the national electionKuhnert resigns, citing health issues, impacting the Social Democrats' strategy a year before elections.
Social Democrats fend off AfD in crucial German state election, according to exit pollsScholz's SPD narrowly defeated the far-right AfD in Brandenburg, impacting his political future.
German coalition's demise hits unsettled nation DW 11/09/2024Germany's first three-way coalition government has collapsed amid dissatisfaction, despite rising life satisfaction among citizens.
Brandenburg election: Far right, center left in close race DW 09/17/2024The Alternative for Germany (AfD) poses a significant challenge to the Social Democrats (SPD) in Brandenburg, yet faces political isolation from other parties.
After beating far right in Brandenburg, Germany's SDP mulls deal with hard leftGermany's political landscape is shifting, requiring coalition negotiation between Social Democrats and hard-left Russophiles after a close regional election win.
The German Chancellor's Party Ekes Out a Win Over the Far RightThe Social Democrats narrowly defeated the far-right AfD in Brandenburg, energizing Scholz's government ahead of federal elections.
A top official with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's party quits, a year before the national electionKuhnert resigns, citing health issues, impacting the Social Democrats' strategy a year before elections.
Social Democrats fend off AfD in crucial German state election, according to exit pollsScholz's SPD narrowly defeated the far-right AfD in Brandenburg, impacting his political future.
German coalition's demise hits unsettled nation DW 11/09/2024Germany's first three-way coalition government has collapsed amid dissatisfaction, despite rising life satisfaction among citizens.
Brandenburg election: Far right, center left in close race DW 09/17/2024The Alternative for Germany (AfD) poses a significant challenge to the Social Democrats (SPD) in Brandenburg, yet faces political isolation from other parties.
Germany faces major challenges ahead of snap election DW 11/12/2024Germany's next election is now scheduled for February 23, 2025, following a political standoff and coalition collapse.
'There's no point in us promising the sun, moon and stars': Is 'boring authenticity' behind the rise of the Social Democrats?Sinéad Gibney's MEP campaign fell short of reimbursement, raising questions about funding strategies.
Election 2024 Day 13: Former FG councillor was expelled over inappropriate messages; plus Bertie Ahern finds out who he should vote forRory Hearne faced a distressing error in his candidacy, being placed in the wrong constituency, but the mistake was quickly rectified.
Social Democrats win Lithuania's election, overcoming center-right governmentLithuania's center-left opposition won the presidential election, ending the four-year rule of the center-right coalition.
Suspended Social Democrat TD Eoin Hayes starts making refunds to people who donated to GoFundMe for council election campaignMr. Hayes faced backlash for sale of Palantir shares and mishandling of election fundraising, impacting the Social Democrats' campaign credibility.
Austria: Chancellor to resign after coalition talks collapse DW 01/04/2025Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigns after coalition talks fail, emphasizing the OVP's stance against anti-growth policies.
Germany faces major challenges ahead of snap election DW 11/12/2024Germany's next election is now scheduled for February 23, 2025, following a political standoff and coalition collapse.
'There's no point in us promising the sun, moon and stars': Is 'boring authenticity' behind the rise of the Social Democrats?Sinéad Gibney's MEP campaign fell short of reimbursement, raising questions about funding strategies.
Election 2024 Day 13: Former FG councillor was expelled over inappropriate messages; plus Bertie Ahern finds out who he should vote forRory Hearne faced a distressing error in his candidacy, being placed in the wrong constituency, but the mistake was quickly rectified.
Social Democrats win Lithuania's election, overcoming center-right governmentLithuania's center-left opposition won the presidential election, ending the four-year rule of the center-right coalition.
Suspended Social Democrat TD Eoin Hayes starts making refunds to people who donated to GoFundMe for council election campaignMr. Hayes faced backlash for sale of Palantir shares and mishandling of election fundraising, impacting the Social Democrats' campaign credibility.
Austria: Chancellor to resign after coalition talks collapse DW 01/04/2025Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigns after coalition talks fail, emphasizing the OVP's stance against anti-growth policies.
German elections: The key party pledges that will affect foreign residentsGermany is gearing for a national snap election focused on key policy proposals from major political parties, especially impacting foreign nationals.
German election 2025: Parties present campaign platforms DW 12/17/2024Germany's CDU/CSU seeks lower taxes and immigration reform, but financial constraints under the 'debt brake' complicate implementation.
Social Democrats pledge 'more focused' talks on Government formation with four other partiesThe Social Democrats are progressing from exploratory to focused talks with other parties to address key priorities related to government formation.
Social Democrats pledge 'more focused' talks on Government formation with four other partiesThe Social Democrats are shifting from exploratory talks to focused negotiations with four parties to form a government next week.
Social Democrats pledge 'more focused' talks on Government formation with four other partiesThe Social Democrats are progressing from exploratory to focused talks with other parties to address key priorities related to government formation.
Social Democrats pledge 'more focused' talks on Government formation with four other partiesThe Social Democrats are shifting from exploratory talks to focused negotiations with four parties to form a government next week.
Ellen Coyne: Standards for thee but not for me attitude has left Social Democrats shakenYoung voters relate to Social Democrats due to shared concerns and effective leadership.
Fianna Fail and Soc Dems the big winners on Day 2 as Stephen Donnelly faces uphill battle for re-electionThe Social Democrats candidate secured a seat in Wicklow with a total of 12,224 votes and a significant vote transfer.The competition for the final seats is highly contested among several candidates, including party representatives and independents.
Ellen Coyne: Standards for thee but not for me attitude has left Social Democrats shakenYoung voters relate to Social Democrats due to shared concerns and effective leadership.
Fianna Fail and Soc Dems the big winners on Day 2 as Stephen Donnelly faces uphill battle for re-electionThe Social Democrats candidate secured a seat in Wicklow with a total of 12,224 votes and a significant vote transfer.The competition for the final seats is highly contested among several candidates, including party representatives and independents.
Housing job up for grabs as Fianna Fail and Fine Gael plan to lure LabourThe Social Democrats reject Labour's proposal for a left-wing bloc, complicating Labour's negotiations for cabinet positions.
Social Democrats hold 'positive meeting' with Labour, ahead of talks with Fine Gael and Fianna FailThe Social Democrats are committed to a coalition government contingent on key policy priorities.Meetings between left-leaning parties indicate potential cooperation in the Dáil.
The Indo Daily: Election Extra - Winner and loser predictions, the naughty list and Finian McGrath sings!The 2024 election in Ireland may shift power dynamics, with potential coalition roles for Social Democrats and Labour amidst rising Sinn Féin popularity.
Housing job up for grabs as Fianna Fail and Fine Gael plan to lure LabourThe Social Democrats reject Labour's proposal for a left-wing bloc, complicating Labour's negotiations for cabinet positions.
Social Democrats hold 'positive meeting' with Labour, ahead of talks with Fine Gael and Fianna FailThe Social Democrats are committed to a coalition government contingent on key policy priorities.Meetings between left-leaning parties indicate potential cooperation in the Dáil.
The Indo Daily: Election Extra - Winner and loser predictions, the naughty list and Finian McGrath sings!The 2024 election in Ireland may shift power dynamics, with potential coalition roles for Social Democrats and Labour amidst rising Sinn Féin popularity.
Can Germany's coalition recover after EU vote? DW 06/10/2024President Macron calls for new election after European elections.Significant defeat for Social Democrats and Greens in Germany's European elections.
Lithuanian election winner promises to bolster defence to counter Russia threatLithuania's Social Democratic party will prioritize defense spending against potential Russian threats, advocating for at least 3.5% of GDP.
Lithuania election: Social Democrats lead in early results DW 10/14/2024The Social Democrats are leading after the first round of voting in Lithuania, indicating a potential change in government.
Iceland: Opposition Social Democrats win election DW 12/01/2024Iceland's Social Democrats won a snap election, ousting the Independence Party and reflecting significant changes in voter sentiment and political alliances.
Can Germany's coalition recover after EU vote? DW 06/10/2024President Macron calls for new election after European elections.Significant defeat for Social Democrats and Greens in Germany's European elections.
Lithuanian election winner promises to bolster defence to counter Russia threatLithuania's Social Democratic party will prioritize defense spending against potential Russian threats, advocating for at least 3.5% of GDP.
Lithuania election: Social Democrats lead in early results DW 10/14/2024The Social Democrats are leading after the first round of voting in Lithuania, indicating a potential change in government.
Iceland: Opposition Social Democrats win election DW 12/01/2024Iceland's Social Democrats won a snap election, ousting the Independence Party and reflecting significant changes in voter sentiment and political alliances.
Kevin Cunningham: FF-FG coalition is now so tightly knit it can only be broken up at huge risk to both partiesSinn Féin experiences disappointing electoral results as Green supporters consider other parties, indicating potential shifts in political allegiance.Voter preferences remain remarkably stable since 2020, suggesting consistent demographic patterns despite volatility.
Holly Cairns confirms Social Democrats housing plan to be unveiled in 'coming weeks'Housing is the key priority for the Social Democrats in the upcoming general election.
Kevin Cunningham: FF-FG coalition is now so tightly knit it can only be broken up at huge risk to both partiesSinn Féin experiences disappointing electoral results as Green supporters consider other parties, indicating potential shifts in political allegiance.Voter preferences remain remarkably stable since 2020, suggesting consistent demographic patterns despite volatility.
Holly Cairns confirms Social Democrats housing plan to be unveiled in 'coming weeks'Housing is the key priority for the Social Democrats in the upcoming general election.
Election 2024 Day 6: Micheal Martin tests out his barista skills... as well warmed-up candidates hit the trail againThe Social Democrats prioritize key policies over political positions in their election campaign.
Leader of Ireland's Social Democrats gives birth to baby girl on polling dayHolly Cairns announced her daughter's birth on election day, blending her personal life with the political arena.
Election 2024 Day 6: Micheal Martin tests out his barista skills... as well warmed-up candidates hit the trail againThe Social Democrats prioritize key policies over political positions in their election campaign.
Leader of Ireland's Social Democrats gives birth to baby girl on polling dayHolly Cairns announced her daughter's birth on election day, blending her personal life with the political arena.
'We're completely in love' - Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns and partner Barry welcome baby girlDeputy Cairns celebrated the birth of her daughter while balancing her re-election campaign, illustrating the intersection of personal and political life.
Scholz's SPD narrowly ahead of far right in east German state: ProjectionsScholz's SPD narrowly defeats AfD in Brandenburg election, gaining 31% of the votes amid a turbulent political landscape.
'I fought to keep lights on in Gerry Hutch's boxing club' - Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon hits back at rival's putdownLocal politicians have been criticized for lacking effective representation and actions that address community needs.Gerry Hutch's political ambitions are challenged by TD Mr. Gannon regarding real community work.
Scholz's SPD narrowly ahead of far right in east German state: ProjectionsScholz's SPD narrowly defeats AfD in Brandenburg election, gaining 31% of the votes amid a turbulent political landscape.
'I fought to keep lights on in Gerry Hutch's boxing club' - Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon hits back at rival's putdownLocal politicians have been criticized for lacking effective representation and actions that address community needs.Gerry Hutch's political ambitions are challenged by TD Mr. Gannon regarding real community work.
Government 'wasted their opportunity' on climate action, says Social Democrats TD Jennifer WhitmoreThe Government has failed to meet climate targets despite a strong mandate, according to Jennifer Whitmore of the Social Democrats.
Social Democrats Win Lithuania's Election, Overcoming Center-Right GovernmentLithuania's center-left parties won the national elections, ending the ruling coalition's four-year term and signaling a desire for governmental change.
Lithuania's Social Democrats confident after parliamentary electionsLithuania's change in government is unlikely to impact its foreign policy, with continued support for Ukraine and defense spending.
Social Democrats Win Lithuania's Election, Overcoming Center-Right GovernmentLithuania's center-left parties won the national elections, ending the ruling coalition's four-year term and signaling a desire for governmental change.
Lithuania's Social Democrats confident after parliamentary electionsLithuania's change in government is unlikely to impact its foreign policy, with continued support for Ukraine and defense spending.
Lithuania: Opposition Social Democrats win election DW 10/27/2024Lithuania's Social Democratic Party wins parliamentary elections, signaling a desire for political change amid economic and geopolitical challenges.
Why a lottery scandal could change the funding balance in Swedish politicsEffective Communications reportedly used aggressive sales tactics, misleading elderly customers about lottery subscriptions, prompting backlash from the Social Democrats.
KEY STATS: Who are the winners and losers of Sweden's EU election?The Social Democrats saw a minor improvement in the EU election, the Greens were the surprise stars, and the Sweden Democrats faced losses.