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Özdemir attacks Merz: Call for solutions instead of just criticism!
Cem Özdemir criticizes Chancellor Merz on immigration and racism in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania in the political discourse on November 3rd, 2025.
Özdemir attacks Merz: Call for solutions instead of just criticism!
A heated political exchange recently took place on a talk show in which Cem Özdemir, the ex-minister and top candidate of the Green Party in Baden-Württemberg, sharply criticized Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Özdemir asked Merz not only to point out the problems, but also to present concrete solutions. He emphasizes the need for precise formulations that are expected from a Federal Chancellor. Özdemir, who himself has been confronted with the issue of migration in the past, advocates for an open discourse and calls for the population's fears to be taken seriously. For him, it is crucial that Merz deals with issues such as ending irregular migration and creating framework conditions for necessary immigration in order not to give the AfD further momentum. Picture reports that Özdemir discussed personal experiences with racism that his daughter had in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
Particularly striking was Özemir's warning that inadequate answers from the Chancellor could lead to a strengthening of the AfD. This is not just a political move, but a serious social issue that affects people's concerns. He emphasizes that “all immigrants recognize the values of the Basic Law” and that Standard German must be required as a common lingua franca. Özdemir also ironically criticized a criminal complaint against Merz for sedition, which, in his opinion, cannot solve the real problems. This shows how sensitive and complex the discussion about migration and integration in Germany is.
Take values and concerns seriously
The challenge for Merz is to represent liberal values for immigrants as well. Özdemir's arguments are direct and blunt. He quoted the former district mayor Monika Herrmann, who no longer dares to jog in Görlitzer Park due to safety concerns. These examples make it clear that the concerns of the population must be taken seriously in order not only to unite society, but also to address people's fears and win their trust.
Overall, Özdemir's appearance is a clear call for politicians to address the issues of immigration and integration with more substance. The realization that these issues can no longer be sidelined in political discussion is becoming increasingly important. People in Germany expect their leaders to ask themselves fundamental questions and provide actionable answers.