Germany's coalition faces collapse as public anger over inequality grows
Germany’s ruling coalition has faced a year of turmoil, marked by infighting and public dissatisfaction. As the government marks its first anniversary, calls for a drastic policy shift are growing louder. Critics argue that current measures fail to address rising costs and social inequality. The past 12 months have seen open conflict within the coalition, leaving many citizens struggling with affordability. Instead of easing pressures, the administration has cut welfare support, weakened health insurance and pensions, and rolled back workers’ rights. The opposition, led by Friedrich Merz’s CDU/CSU, has responded by adopting far-right rhetoric, further polarising politics.
The Social Democrats (SPD) are now battling to prevent parts of the Union from aligning with the far-right AfD. Meanwhile, the CDU’s reliance on outdated policies has been criticised for benefiting only a privileged few. Experts propose urgent reforms: tax changes, rent controls, expanded social housing, and investments in renewable energy. A unified pension system, funded by all working people, is also on the table.
Public backing for these measures is strong. Yet the government has ignored widespread calls for action, leaving it the most unpopular in modern history. The coalition’s failure to act has deepened the crisis, with no clear path forward. Without policy reversals, affordability and social stability will likely worsen. The pressure to deliver meaningful change is now greater than ever.
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