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German parties debate AfD ban in first parliamentary hearing as left-wing coalition talks spark antisemitism concerns
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German political parties are debating the potential ban of the far-right AfD and the risks of left-wing alliances as extremism concerns grow. In a historic public hearing in Erfurt on Thursday, jurists, experts, and public figures discussed a possible AfD ban for the first time in a German parliament, with Thüringen’s AfD branch, led by Björn Höcke, considered particularly radical.
Entertainer Hape Kerkeling argued for swift action, stating that the AfD trivializes Nazi history and that “who does not handle history responsibly must never hold responsibility in our country.” He warned that delaying a ban would allow the party to radicalize further, saying, “The longer you wait, the more radical the party becomes” .
Former domestic intelligence chief Hans-Georg Maaßen opposed a ban, testifying that the AfD’s statements did not prove systemic hostility to democracy. He claimed the party was held to different standards than the left-wing Die Linke, which he called “openly extremist” with “Israel-related antisemitism,” and suggested a ban on Die Linke should be considered first. Maaßen also revealed he had lunch with Höcke on Wednesday to “form an impression” of him, adding that “in a liberal democracy, everyone must talk to everyone” .
Meanwhile, SPD and Green officials in Berlin held preliminary talks with Die Linke on Thursday morning to address antisemitism concerns before potential coalition negotiations. Martin Hikel, a former SPD Berlin leader, called for a membership vote before any formal coalition talks .
Holocaust survivor Charlotte Knobloch warned against a Berlin alliance with Die Linke, citing its ties to anti-Israel networks and antisemitism. She stated, “Politics must be very careful that this does not happen,” calling such a coalition “a great catastrophe” for Jews and all Berliners .
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