CSU Leader Markus Söder expects SPD base to approve coalition agreement
CSU leader Markus Söder has expressed his belief that the SPD base will approve the coalition agreement between the Union and the SPD. Söder told Politico that he feels there is no major organized No-Groko movement among the Jusos and that everyone is aware of the seriousness of the situation. Söder is optimistic that the SPD has done a good job negotiating and believes that everyone involved can find something they agree with in the coalition agreement. He warns that if the coalition is rejected and no government is formed, it could lead to new elections, which he does not believe is in the best interest of all parties involved. Söder also emphasizes the need for a change in governing style, focusing on constructive rather than destructive tactics. He believes that the traditional games and tactics should be left behind and that dominance and humiliation are not good solutions. Söder describes his relationship with Friedrich Merz as manageable, stating that he is willing to help in a good long-distance relationship with the future chancellor. He believes that they understand each other well.