Summary

Germany's parliament will debate a proposed ban on the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) for the first time next week.

The proposal cites the AfD's increasing radicalism and historically revisionist statements, such as co-leader Alice Weidel’s claim that Hitler was a communist.

Under Germany's constitution, a party ban requires proof of opposition to constitutional principles.

Critics warn that a ban could portray the AfD as martyrs.

The AfD currently polls in second place at 20% ahead of February elections.

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[–] 1 point 2 years ago

Hoo boy is this the wrong moment to inject a complaint about Zionism.

I honestly can't tell if this is mistimed "save Palestine" or a dog whistle. Probably the former, given the mention of fascism and the fact this is Lemmy, but you never know on the internet.

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