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Greens Face Uphill Battle in German “Stronghold” State
Germany's Green Party faces a critical test in Baden-Württemberg, their long-held stronghold, as state elections loom. After 15 years of leadership, the Greens are polling behind the CDU, with economic concerns and national party headwinds threatening their grip on power. The pragmatic legacy of Winfried Kretschmann is now being carried by Cem Özdemir, whose personal popularity may be key to navigating the party through this challenging period.