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SPD Confirms Olaf Scholz as Chancellor Candidate at Berlin Convention with 595 to 5 Vote

Jan 11, 2025, 03:15 PM

The Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) has officially confirmed Chancellor Olaf Scholz as its candidate for the upcoming federal election on February 23. The decision was made at the party's convention in Berlin, where Scholz received overwhelming support from nearly 600 delegates, with a vote of 595 to 5 in his favor. In his speech, Scholz warned against the rise of the far-right in Germany and emphasized the importance of protecting sovereign borders, a statement made in the context of recent comments by US President-elect Donald Trump regarding Greenland. Scholz also highlighted the need for Germany to remain on the right path, cautioning that a wrong turn could lead to waking up in a different country. He promised to raise wages, combat xenophobia, and improve social protection if re-elected.