Of course it is to be expected that, from an essentially egocentric perspective. A political party should be concerned primarily with its quest to achieve power.
So that it can change society into the image it has imagined and articulated in its manifesto.
Should a political party endeavour, always, to secure power at any cost to the nation and country which it wants to rule or govern?
Well, it depends on the political party. Hitler's National Socialists clearly had no scruples that it was legitimate for them to secure power over Germany, at any cost.
We have seen what has become of the Nazis, albeit, at catastrophic cost to the world and to Germany.
The argument that political power should be gained at any cost to the nation is, arguably, an immoral and fascistic one.
It is an indication of what can be expected of that party, if, indeed, it were to be successful in achieving the power it seeks.
It is saying, no, we do not believe in working together with other political parties which represents the voices and interests of other citizens. We believe only in ourselves.
On the other hand, considering that an alliance between different parties is likely to result in respect costs to those parties.
As those members and supporters who oppose the alliance distance themselves from it.
The question is raised: How much sacrifice should a political party makes, in order to facilitate the forming of an effective government for Germany?
This is the question the young socialists of the SPD are struggling with.
In answering the question, the young SPDites should have another look at the meaning of 'socialism', and then ask themselves:
'What would I do if my country is under attack, would I want to join the attackers, or aligned myself with its defenders?'
The fact is that Germany is currently under attack; from itself, which also leaves it open to being 'attacked' from outside.
The choice for the SPD's Jusos wing should be clear, if they are as politically pragmatic, tactical and prudent as they should be.
They should consider voting for the 'grand coalition', even if they have some misgivings, and believe it to be the least detrimental option. It is really not a very difficult choice, even if it is one which the Free Democrats have messed up, by taking the selfish option.
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