AfD Thematizes Funding for the “Center for Liberal Modernity”
Background:
The AfD (Alternative for Germany) is a far-right political party in Germany. The “Center for Liberal Modernity” (Zentrum Liberale Moderne) is a non-profit organization that promotes liberal values and the rule of law.
Issue:
The AfD has raised concerns about the funding of the Center for Liberal Modernity. In a recent session of the Bundestag (German Parliament), AfD member of parliament Verena Hartmann-Maaß questioned the government’s decision to provide €800,000 in funding to the center.
AfD’s Arguments:
- The AfD argues that the Center for Liberal Modernity is a biased organization that promotes left-wing and anti-AfD propaganda.
- Hartmann-Maaß claimed that the center’s activities are “prejudiced” and “counterproductive” to the fight against extremism.
- The AfD alleges that the center is using public funds to finance its partisan agenda.
Government’s Response:
The government has defended its decision to fund the Center for Liberal Modernity. State Minister for Culture and Media Claudia Roth stated that the center is an important institution that promotes “democratic values, human rights, and a culture of debate.”
- Roth emphasized that the center is subject to strict accounting requirements and that its activities are publicly scrutinized.
- She accused the AfD of trying to silence critical voices and undermine liberal values.
Significance:
The debate over the funding of the Center for Liberal Modernity highlights tensions between far-right groups and institutions that promote democratic values. It also raises questions about the role of public funding in supporting organizations that challenge extremist ideologies.
AfD thematisiert Förderung des “Zentrums Liberale Moderne”
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