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Merkel Leads CDU as Kohl Era Winds Down in 2002 Bid
Angela Merkel, a former East German pastor's daughter, was elected leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union at a two day convention, signaling a potential modernizing shift away from Helmut Kohl's decades of influence. The party, stained by illegal donations, sought a fresh start and a tougher, pragmatic image even as questions lingered about Merkel's stance on immigration and abortion. The convention contrasted Kohl's era with a more relaxed mood and marked a pivotal moment for the opposition ahead of 2002.
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