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Tens of thousands of people took to the streets across Germany, protesting against the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. The demonstrations, which drew large crowds in cities like Frankfurt, Stuttgart, and Hamburg, were sparked by a recent report revealing that right-wing extremists had met to discuss the deportation of millions of immigrants, including some with German citizenship. The AfD party has been linked to the meeting, with some of its members attending the event.
The protests, which were attended by people from all walks of life, were a show of force against the AfD’s growing popularity. The party, which was founded in 2013 as a eurosceptic movement, has gained significant traction in recent years, with some polls putting it in second place nationally. The AfD’s rise has been fueled by its anti-immigrant and nationalist rhetoric, which has resonated with some segments of the German population.
However, the party’s views have also been widely criticized, with many accusing it of promoting hate speech and xenophobia. The protests against the AfD were a testament to the growing concern among Germans about the party’s influence and its potential impact on the country’s democratic values.
In a surprising move, Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently expressed his support for the AfD, telling thousands of the party’s supporters via video link that they represented the “best hope for the future of Germany.” Musk’s endorsement was met with widespread criticism, with many accusing him of promoting extremism and hate speech. The incident has sparked a heated debate about the role of social media influencers and celebrities in promoting political ideologies.
