Firewall compromised: has Friedrich Merz blown ‘democracy’s last shot’?

Friedrich Merz, a prominent German politician, has been accused of compromising Germany's democratic defenses. This comes at a time when the country is struggling to counter the rise of the far right, which many see as a threat to its democratic postwar order. If true, this could be a significant blow to Germany's democratic institutions, potentially undermining the country's stability and security.

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Germany's political instability could lead to decreased investor confidence. This may negatively impact the country's economy and markets.

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