Politics · Germany · 18 hrs ago
Marion Horn calls for a more effective and secure German state
Marion Horn, the editor of Bild, argues in a commentary that Germany should do more to make everyday life secure and public services work well.
She points to schools, roads, railways, retirement income and control of the country’s borders as concerns.
Horn says the state should help people in need while also protecting those who work, pay taxes and follow the rules.
She criticizes the AfD for promising security while seeking closer ties with Russia, and questions a possible governing partnership in Berlin involving the Left party.
She says 25.7 percent of Berlin voters chose the Left and raises concerns about its proposals on police and domestic intelligence.
Her broader argument is that the state should uphold equal opportunity, freedom and the rule of law; the commentary does not describe any next steps.
Bild editor Marion Horn argues that Germany needs a state that works more effectively and protects people.
She says people want peace, freedom, security, reliable public services and a good future for their children.
Horn calls for stronger enforcement of the law and effective limits on illegal immigration.
She criticises the AfD for promising security while seeking closer ties with Russia, and questions possible governing cooperation between Berlin’s SPD and Greens and the Left.
She says the state should help vulnerable people, recognise hard work and defend everyone’s freedom.
- Who
- Marion Horn, editor of Bild.
- What
- She argues for a more effective state that provides security, enforces the law and solves problems.
- When
- The article was published on 11 October 2026.
- Where
- Germany, with specific references to Berlin.
- Why
- Horn says people should be able to live freely and safely, with reliable public services and a secure future.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
We are not talking about unattainable dreams, but about the basic expectations of a free society.
A state that enforces the law, instead of constantly explaining why something cannot be done.
A state that solves problems, instead of merely discussing them.
This story does not have a timeline yet.
- Author
- Marion Horn
- Outlet
- Bild
- Publication date
- 11 October 2026
- Berlin election result cited
- 25.7% voted for the Left party
Sources
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