In the fall, the Union and SPD will decide on the successor to Federal President Steinmeier. The SPD advocates for a female candidate, while the CDU's position is less clear.
The SPD has made it clear that they want to nominate a woman to succeed Federal President Steinmeier. This demand is supported by various factions and could be seen as a new step toward gender equality in politics.
The CDU, on the other hand, has not taken a clear stance on a female candidacy. According to reports, the name of a male candidate is also mentioned in the discussions, leaving the Union's position unclear. Talks will continue in the fall.
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