A look back: East Germany's first freely elected parliament

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A look back: East Germany's first freely elected parliament

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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, March 17th 2025 at 7:21 GMT by dw
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Germany's reunification.On March 18, 1990, the Christian Democratic Union emerged as the strongest party after the election for the East German parliament, the People's Chamber. Germany's reunification central to campaign.

The article from MSN discusses the historic moment when East Germany held its first free elections on March 18, 1990, following the fall of the Berlin Wall. This election marked a significant shift from the decades-long rule of the Socialist Unity Party (SED) to a democratic process, resulting in the formation of the first freely elected parliament, the Volkskammer. The elections were a critical step towards German reunification, with parties like the Alliance for Germany, which included the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), emerging as the leading force. The new parliament was tasked with navigating the complex process of reunification, including economic, political, and social integration with West Germany. The article reflects on the challenges faced by East Germans during this transition, including economic disparities and the psychological impact of rapid change, while also celebrating the democratic spirit and the hope for a unified future.

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