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Kevin Kühnert contradicts Merz: Defend asylum law and the constitution
Amid heated political debates, the refugee crisis remains a controversial issue in Germany. SPD General Secretary Kevin Kühnert has spoken out unequivocally against CDU leader Friedrich Merz's call to impose a freeze on the admission of Syrians and Afghans. In an interview with ARD's "Morgenmagazin," Kühnert argued forcefully that such proposals were not legally feasible and contradicted the individual right to asylum and the Basic Law. The controversy flared up again after a tragic incident in Solingen, in which a…
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Kühnert rejects ministerial post in new grand coalition – focus on credibility
SPD General Secretary Kevin Kühnert has made it clear that he would forego a ministerial post in the event of another grand coalition after the 2025 federal election. In a recent interview with the "Neue Osnabrücker Zeitung" newspaper, he expressed how important his credibility is to him. Kühnert stressed that it was crucial for him to be perceived as a clear voice for the distinction between the SPD and the Union. "After all, I want to be able to look…
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Kevin Kühnert criticizes tax plan for skilled workers during election campaign trip
Tax debate: Growth incentives for foreign Specialists under pressure The discussion about a planned tax bonus for foreign skilled workers shows the growing tensions within the German government and raises questions about fairness in the labor market. SPD-Secretary General Kevin Kühnert recently spoke to “Ippen-Media” about the concerns surrounding this proposal. Background to the tax bonus As part of the so-called growth package of the traffic light government, it was planned that newly immigrated skilled workers would be allowed to…
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Kevin Kühnert criticizes tax plan for skilled workers during election campaign trip
Tax debate: Growth incentives for foreign Specialists under pressure The discussion about a planned tax bonus for foreign skilled workers shows the growing tensions within the German government and raises questions about fairness in the labor market. SPD-Secretary General Kevin Kühnert recently spoke to “Ippen-Media” about the concerns surrounding this proposal. Background to the tax bonus As part of the so-called growth package of the traffic light government, it was planned that newly immigrated skilled workers would be allowed to…
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Kevin Kühnert on the campaign trail: Between hiking and excitement in Thuringia
Thuringia Election fever: Kühnert on a solidarity tour in nature Kühnert explores the rural conditions Kevin Kühnertthe 35-year-old Secretary General of the SPDis currently campaigning in picturesque Thuringia, a state known for its rich nature and cultural traditions. During his tour, he was seen walking the Benedictine Trail alongside a local candidate. This campaign tactic aims to promote contact with citizens and raise awareness of rural participants and their needs. An unusual stop: The humming stone During his hike, Kühnert…
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Politics
Kevin Kühnert on the campaign trail: Between hiking and excitement in Thuringia
Thuringia Election fever: Kühnert on a solidarity tour in nature Kühnert explores the rural conditions Kevin Kühnertthe 35-year-old Secretary General of the SPDis currently campaigning in picturesque Thuringia, a state known for its rich nature and cultural traditions. During his tour, he was seen walking the Benedictine Trail alongside a local candidate. This campaign tactic aims to promote contact with citizens and raise awareness of rural participants and their needs. An unusual stop: The humming stone During his hike, Kühnert…