In a historic turnout, over 150,000 people have flooded the streets of Berlin to denounce the conservative CDU’s decision to align with the far-right AfD in passing a controversial motion in parliament. The unprecedented collaboration between the two parties has sparked outrage and mobilized a massive protest calling on Germany’s other political parties to refrain from cooperating with the extremist AfD.
Critics argue that the CDU’s decision to join forces with the AfD goes against the long-standing tradition in German politics of shunning any form of alliance with far-right ideologies. This breach of political norms has ignited a wave of discontent among the public, leading to the largest demonstration in Berlin since the fall of the Berlin Wall.
The demonstration in Berlin echoes a similar march in Hamburg, where 220,000 people gathered to express their disapproval of the CDU’s alliance with the AfD. With the federal elections looming, the AfD is expected to garner significant support, prompting concerns about the future direction of German politics.
As the nation braces for a pivotal election, the overwhelming presence at these demonstrations underscores the deep-seated opposition to any collaboration with extremist parties. The message from the protesters is clear: Germany must uphold its democratic values and reject any flirtation with right-wing extremism.
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