Grüne at a Glance

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Bündnis 90 / Die Grünen

Alliance 90 / The Greens

Political Compass
Conservative
Social
Market-oriented
Progressive
Stance on the EU
Anti-EU
Pro-EU
Bündnis 90/The Greens is an eco-social party that emerged from the environmental, peace, and civil rights movements. It consistently combines robust climate protection with socially liberal values, strongly emphasizing global responsibility and social justice.

Values and Worldview

The party's foundation rests on the pillars of ecology, self-determination, justice, and non-violent politics. Its worldview is shaped by the recognition of ecological limits: economic activity must operate within planetary boundaries. Its understanding of humanity is emancipatory and progressive.

Policy Priorities

The party's agenda focuses on the socio-ecological transformation of the economy, a massive expansion of renewable energy, and the preservation of biodiversity. Its target groups primarily include urban, educated demographics, young people, and environmentally conscious businesses. The party advocates for a modern sustainable mobility transition, robust consumer protection, and liberal social policies that foster diversity. In foreign policy, it champions values-based multilateralism and the strengthening of European institutions, often navigating the tension between its pacifist origins and the pragmatic responsibilities of security policy.

Role in the Political System

Strategically, the Greens have evolved from an oppositional protest movement into a pragmatic governing party, acting as a bridge-builder between various political camps. They assume the role of a moral advocate for sustainability, challenging the institutions of the rule of law to more firmly embed ecological rights. Tensions regularly arise from the conflict between radical ecological grassroots demands and the necessary compromises inherent in parliamentary power politics. Their relationship with the state is characterized by the will to transform it from within, making it more ecological and inclusive.

Latest Regional Polls

Current Polling

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10
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Swing since last election

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Current polls in states with upcoming elections and changes since the last vote

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Key Policy Areas & Ideological Alignment

This chart illustrates the key issues for the party. Points further from the center indicate higher significance.

Core Positions & Policy Platforms

Stance 2024
Stance 2019

Economy & State

Wealth Redistribution
Pro-Redistribution
Market-Driven
Fiscal Policy
Public Investment
Austerity & Tax Cuts
Trade Policy
Free Trade
Protectionism

Society & Values

Civil Liberties vs. Security
Civil Liberties
Law & Order
Gender Equality Measures
Pro-Promotion
Against Promotion
LGBTQ+ Equality
Pro-Equality
Traditional Values
Same-Sex Marriage
Pro-Marriage
Against
Religion in Politics
Secularism
Religious Influence
Urban vs. Rural Priority
Focus on Urban Areas
Focus on Rural Areas

Environment & Climate

Environment vs. Economy: What's More Important?
Environmental Protection Over Economic Growth
Economic Growth Over Environmental Protection
Climate Action vs. Economic Growth
Climate Protection First
Economic Growth First

Migration & Integration

Immigration Policy
Open
Restrictive
Integration & Culture
Multiculturalism
Assimilation
Rights for Ethnic Minorities
Expand Rights
Equal Treatment Only
National Sovereignty
Cosmopolitan
Nationalist

Democracy & Institutions

Executive Power Distribution
Decentralized
Strong Executive
Judicial Independence
Independent
Executive Oversight
State Organization
Federalism
Centralism

Voter Demographics: Who Supports Grüne?

Voter Profile
Conservative
Social
Market-oriented
Progressive
Self-assessment of a random sample of Grüne voters within the PolitPro community.
Scientific Analysis
Community Voters

Economy & State

Wealth Redistribution
Pro-Redistribution
Market-Driven
Fiscal Policy
Public Investment
Austerity & Tax Cuts
Trade Policy
Free Trade
Protectionism

Society & Values

Civil Liberties vs. Security
Civil Liberties
Law & Order
Religion in Politics
Secularism
Religious Influence
Urban vs. Rural Priority
Focus on Urban Areas
Focus on Rural Areas

Environment & Climate

Environment vs. Economy: What's More Important?
Environmental Protection Over Economic Growth
Economic Growth Over Environmental Protection
Relations with Russia
No Cooperation
Close Cooperation
Relations with China
No Cooperation
Close Cooperation
Relations with the USA
No Cooperation
Close Cooperation

Migration & Integration

Immigration Policy
Open
Restrictive
Integration & Culture
Multiculturalism
Assimilation
Rights for Ethnic Minorities
Expand Rights
Equal Treatment Only
National Sovereignty
Cosmopolitan
Nationalist

Democracy & Institutions

State Organization
Federalism
Centralism

How to Interpret the Data

We surveyed voters across all parties within the PolitPro community about their stances on key political issues. The bars illustrate the range of opinions among Grüne supporters. A shorter bar indicates a more homogeneous opinion among supporters. Where available, the party's official position is displayed as a circle.

Data Sources & Methodology

These values are derived from data provided by Grüne supporters on the PolitPro platform. While this data is not a traditional representative random sample, the high number of participants provides deep insights into the priorities and values of the active voter base.

Historical Election Results

Grüne: Election Result Trends in Germany

Latest Regional Election Results

Current Government Roles of Grüne

Current Roles in Regional and National Governments

History of Government Participation since 1945

Power Dynamics: Historical Government Roles
Leading Government
In Government
3

Total Cabinet Participations

Total Duration: 11 years • 4 months • 3 weeks • 1 day

0

Cabinets Led

Total Duration: -

3

Coalition Participations

Total Duration: 11 years • 4 months • 3 weeks • 1 day

14%

Time in Government

The party participated in government for 14% of the legislative period.

Scholz
2021
SPD
Grüne
FDP
Schröder II
2002
SPD
Grüne
Schröder I
1998
SPD
Grüne

Data Sources and Methodology

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ParlGov – Parliamentary Democracy Data

A comprehensive research database from the University of Bremen, documenting parties, elections, and governments for comparative analysis.

Additional Sources

Döring, Holger and Philip Manow. 2024. Parliaments and governments database (ParlGov).

CHES – Chapel Hill Expert Survey

The leading expert survey on party positions in Europe. Over 400 political scientists document party stances based on rigorous scientific criteria.

Additional Sources

Rovny, Jan, et al. “25 Years of Political Party Positions in Europe: The Chapel Hill Expert Survey, 1999-2024.”