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.

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