Leitantrag
main motion; the principal resolution at a party congress setting key policy
noun LYTE-ahn-trahk Rare
Usage Note
Leitantrag is the central policy document at a German party conference, prepared by the executive and debated with amendments before adoption. It guides the party's political direction for the coming term.
Examples
"Der Leitantrag zum Klimaschutz wurde nach heftiger Debatte angenommen."
Natural Translation
The main motion on climate protection was adopted after heated debate.
Literal Translation
The main-motion on climate-protection was after heated debate adopted.
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