A decade ago the world looked at Germany in envy. Its economy was booming, it was successfully integrating immigrants and it was a model of politically stability. Things have gone down hill since then - what went wrong?
'... The country was a haven of liberalism and sanity. It was proof that sensible politicians and public trust reinforced each other in a virtuous circle....'
Not so sure about that. I worked in Berlin in the 1980s. There were pockets of 'way-out' left and very way-out right wingers. But they were mostly discrete: yes, the left-wingers were often unwashed and dreadlocked, the right wingers proud of their duelling scars. But even then I thought I could 'smell' the nationalism in some circles.
I am deeply troubled by the conspicuous absence of coverage regarding Gaza and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, particularly the "plausible" genocide that Germany has supported in various capacities. It is alarming to observe how German media outlets seem to actively distance Germany from any sense of responsibility in this matter. This deliberate omission not only undermines the gravity of the situation but also exacerbates the challenges faced by immigrants, especially those of Muslim background, residing in Germany. My profound disappointment knows no bounds.
Do you see anything changing with the next election - which I assume will see some form of grand coalition. Assuming the firewall holds and the AFD is left on the outside looking in what might it look like?
'... The country was a haven of liberalism and sanity. It was proof that sensible politicians and public trust reinforced each other in a virtuous circle....'
Not so sure about that. I worked in Berlin in the 1980s. There were pockets of 'way-out' left and very way-out right wingers. But they were mostly discrete: yes, the left-wingers were often unwashed and dreadlocked, the right wingers proud of their duelling scars. But even then I thought I could 'smell' the nationalism in some circles.
I am deeply troubled by the conspicuous absence of coverage regarding Gaza and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, particularly the "plausible" genocide that Germany has supported in various capacities. It is alarming to observe how German media outlets seem to actively distance Germany from any sense of responsibility in this matter. This deliberate omission not only undermines the gravity of the situation but also exacerbates the challenges faced by immigrants, especially those of Muslim background, residing in Germany. My profound disappointment knows no bounds.
The big elephant in the room is to acknowledge that Germany needs immigrants desperately, but nobody is mentioning it in the political debates
Not sure if Mr Merz a very 69 year old will be able to do so, but after the stasis with the Ampel -almost- anything seems better
When you get the „Sommermärchen“ wrong (it‘s in 2006), I really don‘t need to read the rest.
This is how I would like to be able to write. - Don’t agree on all, but really enjoyed it, thanks!
Do you see anything changing with the next election - which I assume will see some form of grand coalition. Assuming the firewall holds and the AFD is left on the outside looking in what might it look like?