Germany's alliance against the far right
Civil society groups in Germany are increasingly concerned about the rise of the far-right AfD party and its impact on the safety of activists and marginalized groups. Organizations are implementing new security protocols to protect staff from harassment and intimidation.
Why it matters
The report highlights the growing tension between democratic institutions and far-right political movements in Europe, raising concerns about political violence and civil rights.
Trade unions, churches and human rights activists are worried about the rise of the far-right AfD. How can civil society protect people who are threatened by far-right extremism?
https://p.dw.com/p/5LVsP In 2024, hundreds of thousands across the country rallied in protest against right-wing extremism Image: Stefan Boness/IPON/picture alliance Advertisement Fighting for democracy and human rights in Germany today means mustering up a lot of courage. For Felix Pankonin , locking and checking all doors and windows around the house has become practically second nature. Sometimes a hot-tempered lawmaker from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party shows up on his property; his bicycles have been vandalized; and other times he receives threats that something will happen to his animals. Most recently, his partner was physically assaulted.
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