She articulated a desire to strengthen the agency of citizens in addressing local challenges, arguing that governmental structures have become overly bureaucratic and slow to adapt
Brantner underscored the necessity for mainstream democratic parties to demonstrate effective problem-solving capabilities, warning that inaction risks bolstering support for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) A key objective, she stated, is to broaden the party’s appeal and re-establish the Greens as a central force representing the interests of the middle class
The co-leader expressed regret over the failure to implement a proposed funded pension pillar – a project stalled by the breakdown of negotiations within the governing coalition She framed this initiative as a significant opportunity to advance generational equity, a core tenet of the Green Party’s platform Brantner positioned her party as a champion of policies designed to ensure fairness between generations, implying a commitment to long-term, sustainable social and economic structures
