Bavarian bell-weather

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The Christian Social Union has gained more than 50% of the vote in every election in Bavaria, Germany, since 1970. However, the party's prospects in the state poll on Sep 13, 1998, seem uncertain. If it performs badly, this would be a serious blow to the Christian Democratic Union, its main partner in the federal government, in the national elections that will take place shortly afterwards. Social Democrat candidate Gerhard Schroder has proved very popular, and the Christian Social Union is also facing competition from the Republicans.

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Trouble brews: Germany

Article Abstract:

Theo Waigel, Germany's finance minister, is struggling to maintain the alliance between his Bavarian Christian Social Union and the Christian Democratic Union. Germany's political issues include abortion, taxation and approval of the European Fighter Aircraft.

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Bavarian Blues: Germany

Article Abstract:

German finance minister Theo Waigel finds the job too taxing and is waiting, perhaps futilely, for Bavaria's Christian Social Union to invite him to replace the troubled Max Streibl as premier. The regional party's influence in Bavaria and Germany is examined.

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