After 130 years, the largest union in the world is to have a female boss for the first time. On the road with Christiane Benner, who likes hugs and yet doesn’t shy away from conflict – even with very powerful men.
A trade unionist approaches Christiane Benner and hugs her. The two stand for a moment in the sun in front of the hotel in Bad Gögging. Then Benner goes over to the hall where the Bavarian works councils are meeting that day. She doesn’t carry a briefcase, just a backpack. A works council member breaks away from the crowd and hugs her too. It’s another day of hugs.