Berlin. Esra Limbacher, deputy leader of the SPD parliamentary group, has called on his party and its lawmakers to demonstrate greater willingness to embrace change and courage in pursuing reforms. "Major reforms have almost always been initiated by Social Democrats. That must be our ambition today as well," he told Bild (Thursday edition). Germany will only remain strong, he argued, "if we have the courage to tackle real change head-on."
SPD deputy leader slams Merz for lacking reform courage in Germany
Limbacher described the "key fiscal policy decisions" made by Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) as "an important step," adding: "Given the global upheavals, more is expected from the entire federal government." He also criticized Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU), demanding genuine reform readiness and "a stronger grasp of reality." "If you charge into a reform debate like a bull in a china shop, you shouldn't be surprised when all you're left with is broken pieces," he said.
A flawless performance on the international stage alone is not enough, Limbacher argued, pointing to Merz's current approval ratings, which lag behind those of his predecessor, Olaf Scholz (SPD).
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