Plenarprotokoll 01/001

In this episode of Plenarprotokolle des Deutschen Bundestages (Parliamentary Protocols of the German Bundestag) from OpenData, Sahra gives us a historical overview of the first sitting of the German Bundestag, which took place on 7th September 1949 in Bonn. The session was opened by the eldest member, Paul Löbe, who emphasized the importance of Germany's reunification, the necessity of a stable government and a healthy economy. He prioritized the fate of the German Eastern territories and assured that Germany wanted to be an earnest part of a united Europe. Löbe also reflected on the destructive consequences of WWII and encouraged collective action to rebuild society and uplift people's morale. The episode concluded with the election of the Bundestag's president, Dr. Köhler, and his call for unity and constructive cooperation for the greater good of the people.