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Friedrich Merz takes over as leader of Germany’s Christian Democrats

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Friedrich Merz was forced out of a top job in the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in 2002. He left the Bundestag in 2009, only to re-emerge nine years later to compete for the party leader ship Mrs Merkel had vacated. His candidacy thrilled CDU members seeking conservative red meat. But moderates found his arrogance off-putting.

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Germany’s Christian Democrats elect Friedrich Merz as new leader

Succeeding former Chancellor Angela Merkel, Merz receives majority of votes - Anadolu Agency

4 years ago·Ankara, Türkiye

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Friedrich Merz takes over as leader of Germany’s Christian Democrats

Angela Merkel’s old foe finally gets the job

4 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Economist broke the news in London, United Kingdom 4 years ago on Saturday, January 22, 2022.

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