Masses Protest against the Right-wing AfD Party's Continuation
Protests Sweep Through Berlin and Beyond in Response to Far-Right Politics
This weekend, Berlin witnessed a series of demonstrations as tens of thousands of people took to the streets to voice their opposition to the right-wing political climate. The protests, which occurred separately, were held in various locations across the city, including Berlin-Lichtenberg and the iconic Brandenburg Gate.
On Sunday, a demonstration in Berlin-Lichtenberg was held to commemorate the 105th anniversary of the murder of left-wing heroes Karl Liebknecht and Rosa Luxemburg by right-wing Freikorps soldiers. The event, which attracted around 3,000 people, was marred by unrest, with police claiming that the organizers broadcast prohibited slogans through a loudspeaker. Despite this, the turn-out was considered particularly impressive given the short preparation time.
At the Brandenburg Gate, a large demonstration of around 25,000 people gathered in response to the revelation of a secret far-right meeting between AfD politicians, right-wing extremists, and wealthy donors, as reported by investigative news outlet Correctiv last week. Signs at the demonstration read "Racism is no alternative" and "ban the AfD".
Simultaneous protests were held in various locations across the country, including Potsdam where 10,000 people gathered. The protests were noisy and passionate, with the participants expressing their discontent with the current political climate in Germany.
On Monday, 15th January, a large-scale farmer protest is currently underway in Berlin. The weather in Berlin is cold, but this has not deterred the protesters from voicing their concerns.
The demonstrations this weekend were a clear indication of the growing discontent among the German public with the right-wing politics that have been gaining momentum in recent years. The protests were against the politics of the right, with participants expressing their concerns about the mass deportation of foreigners, including those who were already German citizens.
The demonstrations in Berlin this weekend were a powerful reminder of the importance of free speech and the right to protest in a democratic society. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it is likely that we will see more protests like these in the future as people exercise their right to voice their opinions and demand change.
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