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Right turn at a broken traffic light: Germany’s AfD

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Jan 23, 2025
Tom Nuttall, Berlin bureau chief for The Economist, shares insights on the rising influence of Germany's far-right AfD party in the wake of a shaky political landscape. The discussion dives into the AfD's strategy shifts linked to immigration and economic issues. Dua Mohammed, a Syrian refugee, recounts her emotional journey back to a transformed Syria after fleeing conflict, shedding light on the challenges of reintegration and the hope for rebuilding amidst uncertainty.
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INSIGHT

AfD's Rise in Germany

  • Germany's far-right AfD is gaining popularity, capitalizing on economic anxieties and immigration concerns.
  • Their success contrasts with other European far-right parties due to increased radicalization, not moderation.
ANECDOTE

Syrian Refugees Return

  • Dua Mohammed and Jamal Ismail, Syrian refugees, returned to Damascus after Assad's regime fell.
  • They left stable lives in the UK to help rebuild Syria, driven by national duty.
INSIGHT

David Lynch's Dark Vision

  • David Lynch's upbringing in small towns influenced his filmmaking, exploring the darkness beneath normalcy.
  • His fascination with unsettling textures and hidden secrets shaped his unique, grotesque style.
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