DIW President Fratzscher Warns Entrepreneurs Against AfD Affiliation
DIW President Fratzscher Warns Entrepreneurs Against AfD Affiliation
Marcel Fratzscher, President of the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW), cautions entrepreneurs to maintain distance from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, citing threats to democratic values and economic interests.
Fratzscher asserts that the AfD undermines the foundations of open markets and reliable regulations essential for business stability in Germany. Recent polls indicate the AfD’s rising popularity, with 25% support in the ARD-Deutschlandtrend, positioning it ahead of traditional parties like the SPD and Greens. The party’s increasing economic credibility among voters is evident, as it ranks second in perceived economic advancement capabilities, trailing only the Union party.
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