Are Merz's reform plans unfair? | Berlin Briefing Podcast

Economist: Merz's reforms lack "courage" | DW News

Does the German government's reform package tackle the country’s core problems? Economist Marcel Fratzscher says he thinks Merz's plans to boost the economy and restructure the welfare state don't go far enough. He says the proposed plans only tweak existing systems and argues more fundamental change is needed. In this episode of Berlin Briefing, host Michaela Küfner unpacks Merz's reform agenda together with the economist and DW's Matthew Moore. #DWGermanpolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Protests as far-right Alternative for Germany holds convention, eyeing gains in regional elections

Thousands of protesters gathered on Saturday as Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) held its national convention in Erfurt. The demonstrations reflected how divisive the AfD remained, even as its political fortunes continued to rise. This year's convention drew additional controversy as it coincided with the 100 year anniversary of a Nazi Party meeting held just nearby that really consolidated Adolf Hitler's power over the nascent fascist movement. Historians and political opponents said the timing carries powerful symbolism, an accusation the AfD rejected. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home