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TV discussion: "We all know what your account balance is, Mr. Merz"

The Chancellor receives a lesson on TV about how his policies are received by the population. And sometimes appears tight-lipped in the dispute discussion with the citizens.

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TV discussion: "We all know what your account balance is, Mr. Merz"

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz appeared on RTL's "Am Tisch mit Friedrich Merz" on Thursday evening, where he met with ordinary citizens who expressed their dissatisfaction with his policies. The guests, including an entrepreneur, a pediatrician, a father, and a pastor, shared their concerns and frustrations with the Chancellor, who acknowledged that his policies are not well-received.

According to a recent trend barometer, 85 percent of respondents are unhappy with the Chancellor's work. The discussion was moderated by Pinar Atalay and focused on the Chancellor's policies, particularly on family issues and the healthcare system.

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