The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) has officially designated the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as "right-wing extremist," citing threats to democracy. Outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged caution regarding any potential bans on the party, emphasizing the need for a measured approach to assess consequences. He criticized far-right populism in his speech and advocated for respect as a counter-strategy. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser assured that the decision stemmed solely from intelligence assessments, free from political interference, underscoring the importance of protecting democratic values in Germany.
The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) said the AfD's positions on ethnicity and descent were incompatible with democracy.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged that further consequences for the AfD needed careful consideration, stating, 'I'm against taking a quick shot.'
Interior Minister Nancy Faeser emphasized that the decision to label AfD as a 'right-wing extremist' organization was devoid of political influence.
Scholz criticized far-right populism, advocating for 'respect' as a countermeasure during his address in Hanover.
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