The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in Germany is facing a crisis and is turning to potentially unreliable online polls for guidance. Despite warnings from methodology researchers and even the CDU-affiliated Adenauer-Stiftung about the caution needed with online surveys, the party invited Civey, a "click democracy" polling company, to their strategy meeting. This decision raises questions about the CDU’s reliance on data from sources with questionable methodologies during a period of internal struggles. Experts emphasize the need for careful evaluation of online polls due to inherent biases and potential inaccuracies. The CDU’s move suggests a possible desperation to understand public opinion and navigate their current political challenges. This reliance on Civey's data could influence the party’s future strategies and decisions. The situation highlights the broader debate on the validity of online polling in shaping political discourse in Germany.