Fresh Faces Take Charge: 26-Year-Old Educator Claims Leadership role in Young Union
Young trainee instructor leads the youth association at age 26 - A 26-year-old school instructor presiding over the Young Union.
It's a new era for the Young Union (JU) in Hesse as they've welcomed a fresh face to their ranks. Lukas Brandscheid, a 26-year-old hailing from Heidenrod in the Rheingau-Taunus district, has snagged the state chairman position, securing a whopping 81.2% of the vote at the CDU youth organization's state conference in Langen, as announced by the JU.
Brandscheid steps into the shoes vacated by Leopold Born, who was appointed as Hessian CDU's new general secretary in March. Brandscheid, currently a teacher trainee, brings a youthful energy and determination to the table.
During his inaugural speech, Brandscheid didn't mince words when voicing his position on immigration. He proclaimed, "We stand tall for orderly conditions, uphold law and order, and advocate for an immigration policy where our values such as the rule of law, democracy, equality, and religious freedom take center stage, rather than bending the German social system to accommodate." [Statement]
- JU's Immigration Policy Stance: Although specific immigration policy details aren't accessible under the new leadership of Lukas Brandscheid, the Young Union's stance might mirror broader CDU policies and the ongoing immigration-related debates within Germany.
The CDU, under the guidance of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, has found itself in heated discussions about stricter migration policies, with Merz's "five-point plan" on migration, receiving support from the Union, FDP, and AfD despite criticism from other parties. [2] This suggests that the CDU might lean towards more controlled immigration policies, influenced by the broader political climate in Germany.
Overall, the CDU has recognized the significance of integrating immigrants into German society while upholding a firm stance on security and border control. However, for more precise positions or policies adopted by the Young Union in Hesse, we must look to their official statements or conference outcomes.
The Commission, under the leadership of Lukas Brandscheid, may be asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation due to his affiliation with the CDU, known for its ongoing discussions about stricter policies related to migration and orderly conditions. As education-and-self-development and political news continue to evolve, the young and determined state chairman's tenure in the Young Union might bring about changes that align with both his educational background and political stances on immigration.
