Thuringia: BSW Faction Stands Firm on Coalition with CDU and SPD

The BSW faction in the Thuringian state parliament has defied demands from its federal leadership, unanimously voting to remain in the governing coalition with the CDU and SPD. The decision came after intensive deliberations among the 13 participating members of the 15-strong faction.

Sigrid Hupach, the faction's leader in Thuringia, announced the decision, stating it represents a consistent continuation of the "Thuringian way" towards stability, peace, social justice, and reason for the region's residents. This move directly opposes the BSW federal board's directive to withdraw support from CDU Minister-President Mario Voigt and dissolve the so-called "Brombeer-Koalition" (Blackberry Coalition).

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The BSW faction has unanimously resolved to remain in government policy after intensive deliberation.

The federal board's demand stems from the recent revocation of Voigt's doctorate by the Technical University of Chemnitz. Voigt, however, intends to challenge this decision legally, according to his lawyer. The article notes that this is a developing story.

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The BSW faction consistently continues the Thuringian way for stability, for peace, for social justice and reason here for the people in Thuringia.