Die Linke's Success in Berlin: A Beacon for Progressive Politics

In this episode, we sit down with Maximilian Schirmer of Die Linke to discuss the party’s remarkable success in Berlin. How did they mobilize voters, especially young people, and bring the question of class back into mainstream politics? What lessons can progressive movements worldwide learn from their campaign? We dive into the strategies behind their victory, the challenges of countering the far-right, and the role of international solidarity in strengthening the left.Maximilian Schirmer is the Berlin State Chairman of Die Linke and Deputy Chairman of Germany’s Left PartyDisclaimer: Views are personal and not necessarily those of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation.