Feminist Alice Schwarzer views AfD politician Alice Weidel as a potential source of encouragement for women in politics, despite widespread disapproval of the AfD's political stance. Schwarzer believes Weidel's rise could inspire more women to enter the political arena, though she also cautioned against the AfD's growing influence. In contrast, Schwarzer sharply criticized Green politician Annalena Baerbock, stating that Baerbock's announced feminist foreign policy had failed, particularly in supporting women in Iran and Afghanistan, and that Baerbock was more skilled with words than actions. Schwarzer also commented on Sahra Wagenknecht, stating she expected nothing from her regarding feminism, and reflected on Angela Merkel's significant, albeit perhaps unintentional, impact as a role model for women, evidenced by children building "Schneemerkel" instead of snowmen after Merkel's chancellorship.