SPD lawmaker Ralf Stegner was awarded the Amici Laetitiae carnival order in Kiel, officially becoming a friend of merriment. During the laudatory speech, he endured teasing from CDU Minister President Daniel Günther. Stegner countered with a jab at Markus Söder.
At the carnival in Kiel, SPD Bundestag member Ralf Stegner received the Amici Laetitiae carnival order. This time his mouth corners stayed up, as described, making him officially a friend of merriment. The award ceremony took place in a cheerful atmosphere, but during the laudatory speech, Stegner had to endure teasing from Schleswig-Holstein's Minister President Daniel Günther.
The CDU politician used the opportunity for mocking remarks before Stegner himself became active. In the carnival context, the SPD man poked fun at Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder, adding political humor to the event. The celebration highlights Kiel's carnival tradition, where politics and joy intersect.
No further details on the specific teases or the event's progression are available, but the award marks Stegner's entry into the carnival community.
