As I sit here reflecting on the recent news of the German far-right AfD calling President Zelenskyy “illegitimate” and boycotting his speech in the Bundestag, my mind is filled with a mix of disbelief and outrage. The audacity of these individuals to question the legitimacy of a democratically elected leader, especially one who has been fighting tirelessly to defend his country against Russian aggression, is truly sickening. It is clear to me that the AfD, along with other like-minded parties, are nothing more than puppets dancing to Putin’s tune, spewing out Russian propaganda in an attempt to undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty and democracy.… Continue reading
‘Nazis, no thank you’; Germans take to streets to call for far-right party AfD ban
As I read the headline, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief that there are still people out there willing to stand up against hatred and extremism. The protests against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party are not just gaining momentum; they are a powerful testament to the collective conscience of the German people.
The recent revelations of two senior AfD members discussing plans for mass deportations of citizens of foreign origin have struck a nerve in Germany. Many have rightfully compared these plans to the Nazis’ own horrific intentions towards the Jewish population during the Second World War.… Continue reading
Over 1 million people took to the streets in Germany recently to rally against the rising power of the far-right party, the AfD. This massive turnout is a powerful display of resistance against the dangerous ideologies and discriminatory agenda that the AfD represents. It is heartening to see so many Germans come together to defend their democratic values and stand against intolerance.
One of the key issues that sparked this protest is the AfD’s support for the idea of “re-migration.” This concept involves expelling non-Germans, or even Germans with immigrant backgrounds, whom the AfD deems as not assimilated enough. It is a clear violation of the fundamental rights enshrined in the German constitution.… Continue reading
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