CLEAN : Analyst comments on 'tight' CDU leadership race ahead of upcoming party congress

The video discusses the profiles of three main candidates in the German political landscape: Armin Laschet, Norbert Rutkin, and another unnamed candidate. Armin Laschet is portrayed as a continuation of Merkel's policies but faces challenges due to his handling of the pandemic. Norbert Rutkin, an outsider with extensive government experience, is seen as a strong candidate for forming a coalition with the Greens. The election is highly competitive, with a potential runoff likely. Chancellor Merkel is praised for her crisis management and is expected to leave a lasting legacy, boosting the CDU's prospects.

Which candidate is described as having a lot of executive experience but faced criticism for handling the pandemic?

• A Green Party candidate

• Norbert Rutkin

• Angela Merkel

• Armin Laschet

What is Norbert Rutkin's current role that makes him a strong candidate for forming a coalition government?

• Minister President of Germany's most populous state

• Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee

• Environment Minister

• Leader of the Green Party

What is the predicted outcome for the next government in Berlin?

• A government led by the SPD

• A coalition government with the Greens

• A government led by the CDU alone

• A single-party government

What might happen if two candidates come close to reaching the finishing line in the race?

• A new election will be called

• A runoff will occur

• The candidate with fewer votes will automatically win

• A coalition will be immediately formed

How is Chancellor Merkel's management of the pandemic described?

• Unnoticed

• Highly praised

• Controversial

• Ineffective