The Angela Merkel model – or how to succeed in German politics
Few thought she'd go the distance when she first came to power. That was more than a decade ago.
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There are four options for forming a German government next week – here’s how they work
Angela Merkel is on course for victory but she will need to form a coalition, and there's more than one way to make that happen.
What the prediction markets tell us about the German election
Follow the money to see if Angela Merkel is on course for a fourth term as chancellor after the September vote.
How Angela Merkel has become – and remains – one of the world’s most successful political leaders
Looking like a centrist, but governing as a conservative, Angela Merkel has cleared the decks before the coming German election.
A new president and a chance for Germany to face its demons
The former foreign minister is uniquely placed to encourage Germany to take a more active role in the world.
African-American GIs of WWII: Fighting for democracy abroad and at home
When war broke out, black Americans fought in segregated units to serve their country. The breath of freedom they experienced in Europe flamed the fight for equality when they returned home.
How the Berlin Christmas market terror attack affects Chancellor Merkel and Europe
The Berlin terror attack at the end of 2016 will have major political implications for Germany's elections this year and an uneasy European Union, writes a German studies scholar.
Why Berlin Christmas market attack puts new pressure on Angela Merkel
The high profile attack will polarise an already strained political debate in Germany.
Will Trump victory make Angela Merkel leader of the free world?
In reelection bid, Merkel's not just up against a xenophobic, nationalist party in Germany. In the wake of Trump’s election, liberal democracies around the world hope she'll defend them, too.
Merkel’s party slumps in Berlin election, but don’t count her out for 2017
Past research suggests governing parties often take a hit in mid-term regional votes before recovering in national contests.
German responses to terror range from cautious to conspiratorial
A German culture scholar looks at how rising fear of terror and a week of violence has affected German media and politics. Will Germany's open refugee policies last?
How did the far right gain so much ground in Germany?
Rule one: don't lose 'ownership' of the issue.
German election: is this really a verdict on Merkel’s open door to refugees?
It's true that the establishment has been shaken, but immigration isn't the only reason voters are looking elsewhere.
Why Germany’s decision to join the fight against Islamic State is so significant – and misguided
Angela Merkel is entering her first proper war by joining the campaign against Islamic State.
In defence of Germany: why the EU’s biggest champion doesn’t deserve the vitriol
When it comes to Europe, Germany can't win either way.
She got the royal treatment, but Merkel’s not Superwoman
Angela Merkel’s visit to London could hardly have been given a bigger billing; a speech to both houses of parliament, lunch with the prime minister and then tea with the Queen. David Cameron clearly had…
Merkel must manoeuvre to see off euroscepticism in Germany
When in 1987 Margaret Thatcher won the third of her three elections in the UK, she was at the height of her powers. She governed in almost monarchical style, her (internal and external) opponents either…
Merkel’s refusal to help FDP will come back to haunt her
The results of the German election have been described as a triumph for Angela Merkel. Her Christian Democrats bounced back from their second-worst result since 1949 to heights they have not seen since…
Odds on Merkel to head grand coalition in German election
Germans go to the polls this weekend to elect a new four-year parliament – the Bundestag. Barring something extraordinary a coalition headed by Angela Merkel will be returned. But, despite what some commentators…
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