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Liberal leader Philipp Roesler buckles up for regional elections that could put an end to his political career (Photo: DLR German Aerospace Center)

Make-or-break elections for Merkel coalition partner

Regional elections in Lower Saxony on Sunday (20 January) are being seen as a barometer for Germany's general elections in autumn, with Chancellor Angela Merkel's junior coalition partner struggling for survival.

The political constellation in Lower Saxony is very similar to what is happening at federal level: A popular Prime Minister - David McAllister from the Christian Democratic Union - is poised to win the election. But just like Merkel, McAllister will have to team up with a small...

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Liberal leader Philipp Roesler buckles up for regional elections that could put an end to his political career (Photo: DLR German Aerospace Center)

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