BSW is preparing for the party conference: Who will lead to Wagenknecht?

BSW is preparing for the party conference: Who will lead to Wagenknecht?

The political landscape in Germany is currently in transition, and this is particularly noticeable in the “Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht” (BSW) party. The upcoming party conference in Berlin is seen as crucial, not only for the future of the party itself, but also in the context of the upcoming federal election in 2025. The BSW currently has around 7,000 members and is receiving lively feedback, such as a concentrated proposal of 3,000 new party names, for which a pre-selection has already been made by the federal executive board. A final proposal should be voted on at the federal party conference in December Friday reported.

Meanwhile, the BSW is plagued by uncertainty about the candidacy of Sahra Wagenknecht and her co-chair Amira Mohamed Ali for the party leadership. This ambiguity could prove crucial as Michael Lüders has already announced his ambitions for the position of deputy party leader. In addition, the party is actively addressing key issues that could interest voters in the coming election campaign, including peace, economic, social and migration policy.

Political priorities of the BSW

The BSW's planned key proposal sets out clear positions: a return to compulsory military service is rejected, while a return to gas and oil deliveries from Russia is being discussed in order to reduce energy prices. The BSW is also calling for a direct change to the existing CO₂ pricing policy and the abolition of the combustion engine ban in the interests of the German auto industry. These measures could appeal to many voters who feel on the defensive in the current economic climate.

As part of social policy, the BSW is calling for reforms to citizens' benefits, which should be based on previous wages. The focus should also be on unique measures, such as the introduction of a pension fund for everyone and a nationwide rent cap. Another key concern is the abolition of the electricity tax and the VAT on basic foodstuffs and a return to the wealth tax.

Migration in the focus of BSW

Particularly noteworthy is the party's migration policy. Here, the BSW relies on constitutional asylum procedures at the EU's external borders and calls for the return of rejected asylum seekers. These critical issues are becoming increasingly relevant in the political debate, especially in light of the migration record of the now failed traffic light coalition, which ran in 2021 with the aim of developing Germany into a modern immigration country. How bpb.de reported, not all of the coalition's plans could be implemented, which fueled the public debate.

The traffic light coalition's migration policy came to a standstill in December 2024 due to disputes over the economic crisis. The area of ​​migration was increasingly linked to questions of internal security, which further weighed on the political mood. A recently introduced reform package stipulates that asylum seekers will be allowed to work after six months and that the legal hurdles will be reduced.

While the BSW remains focused on its core concerns, it must also take into account the challenges that exist in migration policy, especially with the experiences of the last few years. Their approach could prove to be a decisive strategic advantage in the upcoming election campaign.

In any case, the political future of the BSW remains exciting and the next events, including several important dates, are just around the corner. A clear strategy could determine how voters will respond to the party's voice. For further information about upcoming events and ticket purchases, the relevant links are available on the Sahra Wagenknecht website: sahra.org.