{
  "id": 18473809,
  "title": "Germany: \"More enthusiasm leads to more calmness\" - This Merz advisor recommends less fear of the AfD",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/deutschland-mehr-begeisterung-fuhrt-zu-mehr-gelassenheit-dieser-merz",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-06T08:33:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Handelsblatt",
    "slug": "handelsblatt",
    "url": "https://www.handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/demokratie-warum-dieser-historiker-deutschland-fuer-unterschaetzt-haelt/100264898.html"
  },
  "original_language": "de",
  "account": "In Berlin, a popular morning spot for politicians, media figures, and various groups, a new message is emerging that could benefit the country. Jens Nordalm, a Merz consultant, advocates for a shift in mindset, suggesting that more enthusiasm could lead to greater calm. Nordalm points to Eduard Graf von Keyserling, a notable figure who, though often overlooked, possessed a calming influence. Nordalm believes that emphasizing Keyserling's spirit could help mitigate risks to German democracy. After a cup of tea, Nordalm proposes that Germany should focus more on its cultural and intellectual heritage. He believes that by doing so, the nation will automatically improve.",
  "summary": "Historian Jens Nordalm has written a book about why we still live in one of the best countries in the world. How does he come to this conclusion? A meeting.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}