The Socialist contender, Stoch, emphasizes the fight for industrial employment opportunities as a top priority
In the lead-up to the 2026 state election in Baden-Württemberg, Andreas Stoch, the state chairman of the SPD and the party's top candidate, has emphasized the importance of regaining the SPD's traditional role as the workers' party. Stoch has made it clear that the protection and expansion of industrial jobs is a top priority for the party [1].
In a recent interview on SWR Aktuell Sommerinterview, Stoch highlighted the significance of preserving industrial jobs, arguing that the loss of such jobs affects other sectors and reduces workers' income [1]. He criticized debates about reducing Bürgergeld (citizen's income) and instead emphasized the importance of collective bargaining agreements and minimum wage for workers [2].
The SPD under Stoch's leadership also advocates for free kindergarten places as part of their election proposals in Baden-Württemberg. This commitment to social policy reflects the party's broader focus on supporting working families and early childhood education [1][2].
Stoch, who previously served as Minister of Culture in the green-red state government from 2013 to 2016, has faced criticism over a computer error during his tenure that resulted in 1,440 teaching positions remaining unfilled. However, Stoch claims he was not informed about the error [3].
Interested readers can watch the SWR Aktuell Sommerinterview with Stoch on various SWR channels, including television, radio, online platforms, and social media. The interview was originally transmitted by news aktuell and can be accessed online at SWR.de/bw and on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram [4]. Photos from the interview are available via ARD-Foto.de [5].
For press inquiries, contact Ursula Foelsch at Tel. 0711 929 11034 or [email protected] [6]. Subscribe to the "SWR connected" Newsletter at [SWR connected newsletter sign-up link] to stay updated on the latest news and developments in the Baden-Württemberg state election [7]. The "SWR Aktuell summer interviews" will be available on www.ardmediathek.de after the broadcast [8].
[1] OTS, SPD in Baden-Württemberg focuses on industrial jobs and affordable childcare, 6 August 2025. [2] OTS, Stoch emphasizes workers' interests and free kindergarten in Baden-Württemberg, 6 August 2025. [3] OTS, Stoch denies knowledge of computer error leading to unfilled teaching positions, 7 August 2025. [4] OTS, Watch the SWR Aktuell Sommerinterview with Stoch, 6 August 2025. [5] OTS, Photos from the SWR Aktuell Sommerinterview with Stoch available via ARD-Foto.de, 6 August 2025. [6] OTS, Press contact for inquiries regarding Stoch and the SPD in Baden-Württemberg, 6 August 2025. [7] OTS, Subscribe to the "SWR connected" Newsletter, 6 August 2025. [8] OTS, "SWR Aktuell summer interviews" available on www.ardmediathek.de, 6 August 2025.
- Andreas Stoch, the SPD's top candidate for the 2026 state election in Baden-Württemberg, has emphasized policy-and-legislation related to industrial jobs and finance, arguing that these issues are central to the party's priorities.
- In a recent interview, Stoch also addressed policy-and-legislation concerning workers' rights, expressing his opposition to debates about reducing Bürgergeld and instead emphasizing the importance of collective bargaining agreements and minimum wage.
- The general-news landscape in Baden-Württemberg has featured extensive coverage of Stoch's political positions, particularly his focus on industrial policy, finance, and legislative actions that support working families.
