FDP election meeting: Birnstock shines despite being represented by Osman!
Pforzheim is home to the FDP state representative meeting in 2025, where Dennis Birnstock was nominated for the 2026 election.

FDP election meeting: Birnstock shines despite being represented by Osman!
In an exciting week for the Free Democrats in Baden-Württemberg, the state representative meeting took place in Pforzheim. A highlight was the list preparation for the 2026 state elections, in which Dennis Birnstock, member of the FDP state parliament, received more than 90 percent approval. However, Birnstock had to be represented during the event by his party colleague Osman Doenmez from Filderstadt, as a happy but unplanned occasion prevented the MP from being present himself. Ultimately, Birnstock came 16th on the list, which gives him the opportunity to continue to play an active role in politics in the future. NTZ reports that Birnstock is determined to continue his political career and advocate for the concerns of his constituents.
But that wasn't the only thing that made headlines in Pforzheim. Hans-Ulrich Rülke was again elected as the top candidate for the state election with 88.9% of the vote. He highlights the future significance of the election for the FDP and bourgeois politics. The weekend was an opportunity for the party to consolidate its common direction and, above all, to focus on important issues such as the upcoming educational transition. Rülke demands that all children, especially the disadvantaged, receive individual support. FDP.de reports that he also advocates strong educational offerings to make it easier for migrants to learn the German language.
Outlook for the student competition
Another interesting topic that has come into focus in the last few days is the 68th student competition of the Baden-Württemberg state parliament. The competition invites students between the ages of 13 and 25 to critically examine political issues. Participants can choose between different topics and forms of work, such as a poster against poverty or a specialist paper on the importance of courage in society. The young talents have until the deadline for submissions on December 1, 2025 to submit their creative ideas. Birnstock informed about the numerous prizes that committed participants can expect, including non-cash prizes and sponsorship prizes of up to 1,500 euros.
Overall, the latest developments in the FDP Baden-Württemberg show that the party is on the right track. With a strong list and clear goals for the future, the FDP is ready to face the challenges of the coming elections. It remains to be seen how the political landscape will develop by then, but one thing is certain: the Free Democrats will do everything they can to consolidate their voice in bourgeois politics.