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In the first 100 days of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's federal government, satisfaction levels have plummeted, according to recent polls. The discontent is palpable, with satisfaction rates hovering around 28-30%, while dissatisfaction hovers at about 60-69%.
The findings reveal that only around 28-30% of respondents are satisfied with the federal government's work and Merz's performance. This figure has dropped significantly since early June, when it stood at approximately 43%.
Dissatisfaction is a recurring theme, reaching up to 69% according to the ARD Deutschlandtrend. Other polls indicate dissatisfaction levels of around 60-67%.
Merz's communication style and trustworthiness are under scrutiny. A staggering 61% of respondents find his communication unconvincing, while only 26% view him as trustworthy.
The ruling coalition CDU/CSU-SPD's support stands at a precarious 37%. The CDU/CSU alone has fallen to about 24%, now trailing behind the far-right AfD party, which has surged to 26%, making it Germany's most popular party in recent polls.
Public confidence in the government's ability to address national issues is low. Only 19% trust the CDU/CSU to handle Germany's problems effectively, with the SPD trusted by only 7%, and the AfD rising to 12% in confidence.
The coalition government is viewed pessimistically regarding its stability. Only about 52% believe it will last until the end of the 2029 legislative period. Political controversies, such as disputes over judicial appointments, have contributed to doubts about coalition coherence and competence.
In summary, the polls paint a challenging political landscape for Merz's government, marked by low approval, declining support for the ruling parties, and the rising influence of the far-right AfD, less than 100 days after taking office.
The decline in approval ratings may be a cause for concern, with only around 28-30% of respondents expressing satisfaction with events surrounding the federal government and Chancellor Friedrich Merz's performance. Furthermore, science, health-and-wellness, and therapies-and-treatments sectors might consider the political landscape, as public confidence in the government's ability to address national issues, including these areas, appears to be low.
