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AfD lawmakers face accusations of misogynistic remarks toward women in the Bundestag, igniting a debate on conduct.
Health Minister Nina Warken described the insults as unacceptable and beneath parliamentary dignity.
Parliamentary tone has worsened, with the number of reprimands rising since 2017, driven largely by the AfD.
The coalition increased fines for misconduct, raising penalties from €1,000 to €2,000 and €4,000 for repeats.
Carmen Wegge said the strategy involves intimidation and that the remarks reflect the AfD’s mindset.
Claudia Roth highlighted that women and minorities are targeted to weaken the Bundestag and democracy.
Claudia Roth urged continued resilience against intimidation in parliament.
SPD member Carmen Wegge checks parliamentary records to monitor harassment, often choosing to ignore it.
The article notes a shift in how the Bundestag handles misconduct and calls for order.
The piece identifies the AfD’s milestone entry into the Bundestag in 2017 as a turning point for conduct.

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The Left abstained in the Bundestag, a move that ensures the pension package will pass with the coalition’s slim majority.
Merz's conservative-led coalition faced a potential humiliation from a rebellion by 18 young conservatives over pension benefits.
The Left’s abstention is framed as protecting pensioners, despite signaling cooperation with opponents some see as too radical.
If The Left follows through, the 64-seat opposition could influence the final vote by reshaping the required majority.
Conservatives sought to secure backing from young rebels while considering broader pension reforms next year.
Johannes Winkel signaled opposition to the immediate package, citing intergenerational justice concerns.
The Left framed its abstention as protecting pensioners from cuts, not aiding the governing coalition.
Rasmus Buchsteiner contributed reporting on the pension reform debate.
The pension package’s passage could shield Merz from further damage to his coalition’s credibility.

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