New Atlanticist
Oct 30, 2018
As Angela Merkel begins her exit, what next?
By
Jörn Fleck and Alex Baker
No matter who succeeds Merkel as leader of the CDU, it is difficult to imagine that person would be content with Merkel staying on as chancellor until her terms ends in 2021. That person will want the opportunity to connect with voters and chart his or her own course for the party.