Right -wing extremism in Bremen: Danger for our democracy?
Right -wing extremism in Bremen: Danger for our democracy?
In recent years, right -wing extremist structures in Bremen have accepted alarming proportions. Moderator Felix Krömer spoke in a current discussion with journalist André Aden about the connections of these structures to the AfD and the associated challenges for society. Aden, who is not afraid to share his experiences as punk and his disputes with right -wing extremist violence, does not see the situation in Bremen isolated, but as part of a greater phenomenon in Germany.A disturbing example is the group "Last Wave of Defense", the members of which have recently been arrested in several federal states. The youngest among them was just 14 years old. In addition, several arson attacks were carried out, including an attempted murder, and in the youth culture center "Friese" in Bremen there was a arbitrary arson attack. Interior Senator Ulrich Mäurer (SPD) described this development as the greatest danger to democracy.
The increase in right -wing extremist activities
The numbers speak for themselves: In 2024, the protection of the constitution counted a total of 50,250 right -wing extremists in Germany, compared to 40,600 in 2023. These include 15,300 violent right -wing extremists. In Bremen, the activities of these groups cannot be overlooked, as stickers in urban areas show, which are considered "left feelings of wellbeing". Aden emphasizes that we should not dismiss this danger as a marginal phenomenon.
Insights into the dynamics of right -wing extremists provide the constitutional protection report, which has documented an increase in right -wing extremist crimes by over 47 percent. Propagandadelics make up the largest share, but violent acts are also increasingly increasing. This development is used multifaceted to stir up anti -migration anti -migration and anti -Semitic opinions.
The influence of social media
A particularly worrying aspect is the role of social media. Aden explains that right -wing extremist groups use platforms such as Tikkok and Instagram to specifically address young people. There their ideology is spread in an emotionally charged way, partly about humorous or youth cultural content.
Rather, children and adolescents of this propaganda are exposed to school representatives in schools, as the increase in right -wing extremists is documented. Emotional content that appeals to fears or anger have particularly high viralization chances.
In order to counteract this trend, educational institutions have to wake up. Schools should promote media literacy so that the students learn to recognize right -wing extremist content and to deal with it correctly. Aden demands more information in schools to sensitize young people and promote critical discourse.
In the current discussion, the connections between the right -wing extremists to the AfD are also discussed. Aden sees the party as a relevant factor in Bremen, which propagates a narrative of the state of emergency. The overlaps between the AfD and other right -wing extremists are obvious and raise the question of a possible ban on party.
The challenge that society faces is clear: it is important to name right -wing extremists and not to trivialize. Aden and many other warns more vigilance and a more intensive examination of this topic to protect democracy in Bremen and beyond.
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