SPD backs leader on reversal of reforms / Beck denies SPD has shifted to the left

Germany’s Social Democratic party (SPD) backed a plan on Friday to increase unemployment benefits for older job seekers.

The move is a clear signal that the SPD, the junior partner in Angela Merkel’s coalition, is determined to reverse some recent economic reforms.

Deutsche Welle, 26.10.07: Germany's Social Democrats Hint at Shift to the Left http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2848269,00.html

Website: Germany: Social Democratic Party (SPD) http://www.spd.de

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