After 1969, CDU and CSU were in the opposition in the Bundestag. CDU leader Kohl wanted to win the liberal FDP again for a coalition with the CDU/CSU, while the CSU leader Strauß had different plans.
After 1969, CDU and CSU were in the minority in the Bundestag. Kohl, the CDU leader, sought to reestablish ties with the liberal FDP for a potential alliance with the CDU/CSU, whereas Strauß, the CSU leader, had distinct objectives.