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Protestant church does not award offices to AfD members: Declaring war on right-wing extremism: The Protestant Church of Berlin-Brandenburg-Silesian-Upper ...
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Protestant church does not award offices to AfD members
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Clinton says Trump’s threats ‘should scare every American’: Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Americans regardless of their politics should fear the ...
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Clinton says Trump’s threats ‘should scare every American’
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Julia Navalnaya awarded media freedom prize: Alexei Navalny's widow has been awarded the Media Freedom Prize. CDU leader Friedrich Merz praised Navalnaya as a ...
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Julia Navalnaya awarded media freedom prize
Quick Glance: Yulia Navalnaya Receives German Press Award
  • Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Alexei Navalny, honored by a German publishing house in Bavaria for promoting media freedom.

  • At the event on Friday, April 19, Navalnaya reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to promoting media freedom and carrying on her late husband's legacy.

  • During her acceptance speech, Navalnaya reiterated her earlier statements alleging Russian President Vladimir Putin's involvement in her husband's death.

  • Yulia Navalnaya, collaborating with publishers to finalize the manuscript, emphasizes that 'Patriot' is a testament to Alexei's life and his commitment to the fight against dictatorship.
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AfD in Thuringia: How can the rule of law be protected?: Constitutional lawyers warn that the AfD could soon paralyze the political system in Thuringia - and for ...
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AfD in Thuringia: How can the rule of law be protected?
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More right-wing extremist cases reported in schools: The student representatives of the eastern German states complain about increasing right-wing extremism in ...
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More right-wing extremist cases reported in schools
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Correctiv: Eleven AfD MPs are convicted perpetrators of violence: Acts of violence, incitement to hatred, possession of weapons: According to Correctiv research ...
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Correctiv: Eleven AfD MPs are convicted perpetrators of violence
Quick Glance: AfD: Convicted Violent Offenders Among Representatives
  • New investigations by Correctiv reveal that at least eleven AfD representatives are convicted violent offenders, with more under scrutiny.

  • Convictions include physical attacks, verbal abuse, and indirect violence such as possession of weapons or abuse of authority.

  • A significant number of convicted politicians are still active in their positions, raising concerns among experts.

  • Experts are calling for consequences and discussing possible measures to prevent antidemocratic behavior in political offices.
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Lord Doug Hoyle: Commons Speaker left 'devastated' after father's death: Former Labour MP Lord Doug Hoyle was a "truly dedicated parliamentarian" ...
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Lord Doug Hoyle: Commons Speaker left 'devastated' after father's death
Quick Glance: Sir Lindsay Hoyle devastated by father's passing
  • Chorley MP and House of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle has expressed deep sorrow over the death of his father.

  • Taking to Twitter, he announced the passing of his father, Lord Doug Hoyle, emphasizing that he passed away peacefully at home.

  • He praised his father as a formidable figure and highlighted his dedication as a parliamentarian.

  • Doug was primarily a family man and his absence will be keenly felt by his family and loved ones.
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Tamar Valley father takes Owen's Law campaign to Commons: A FATHER’S campaign to see a change in the law on food allergens has reached a major milestone.
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Tamar Valley father takes Owen's Law campaign to Commons
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Baerbock calls for strengthening the European NATO pillar: Foreign Minister Baerbock describes NATO as the central anchor for Europe's security ...
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Baerbock calls for strengthening the European NATO pillar
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Global Press Certificate Program
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The Costs of El Salvador’s Crime Crackdown: Bukele Has Reduced Homicides—but Eroded Democracy
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The Costs of El Salvador’s Crime Crackdown: Bukele Has Reduced ...
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182 million flow into the green anti-rights program - now an insider comes clean: The "fight against the right" is right at the top of Family Minister Lisa Paus' ...
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182 million flow into the green anti-rights program - now an insider comes ...
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Watch: Ex-Tory minister turns on Tom Tugendhat: The Tories are battling bad press almost every day now, what with rumours of rebellions and leadership challenges ...
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Watch: Ex-Tory minister turns on Tom Tugendhat
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AfD and co. as a threat to investors: Bundesbank president sees rising right-wing extremism as a "threat to prosperity"
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AfD and co. as a threat to investors: Bundesbank president sees rising ...
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Austria: On the madness of democracy: What the elections in Innsbruck can teach us about chaos theory - and why a possible federal government of SPÖ and ÖVP is ...
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Austria: On the madness of democracy
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Diane Abbott criticises Speaker for not calling her to speak during PMQs dominated by Tory donor row
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Diane Abbott criticises Speaker for not calling her to speak during PMQs ...
Quick Glance: Tory Donor's Racist Comments on Diane Abbott
  • Comments made by a Tory donor about Diane Abbott deemed racist

  • Frank Hester apologizes for his remarks, Downing Street labels them unacceptable

  • Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch described the comments as racist and called for space for forgiveness

  • Labour and the Liberal Democrats call for the Conservatives to return donations from Hester
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How widespread is right-wing extremism and how can we protect our democracy?
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Observe AfD as a suspected case? What a court is now examining: Can the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution observe the entire AfD as a ...
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Observe AfD as a suspected case? What a court is now examining
Quick Glance: BR Investigation: Over 100 Right-Wing Extremists in AfD Bundestag
  • Discovery of more than 100 right-wing extremists working in AfD Bundestag

  • AfD faction dismisses investigation as part of a campaign

  • Discussion on tightening rules in the Bundestag following the report

  • Calls for protecting the parliament from right-wing extremist activities
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Hape Kerkeling speaks out in favor of banning the AfD and finds clear words: Hape Kerkeling has spoken out in favor of banning the AfD in an interview ...
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Hape Kerkeling speaks out in favor of banning the AfD and finds clear ...
Quick Glance: Hape Kerkeling: Critique of AfD
  • Hape Kerkeling discusses societal issues and the right-wing shift in Germany.

  • He talks about combating the far-right, engaging with the AfD, and the role of humor.

  • Kerkeling emphasizes the importance of learning from history and advocating for the ban of right-wing parties.

  • He reflects on societal values and the significance of communication in addressing extremism.
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Poland’s Post-Populist Rehab: How to Unwind an Illiberal Democracy: How to unwind an illiberal democracy.
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Poland’s Post-Populist Rehab: How to Unwind an Illiberal Democracy
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UK needs to reach 2.5% of GDP for defence spending 'now - as soon as possible', security minister warns
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Britain’s new pro-Gaza MP George Galloway sworn in: Galloway’s return to the House of Commons comes after his victory in the Rochdale by-election.
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Britain’s new pro-Gaza MP George Galloway sworn in
Quick Glance: Who Could Support George Galloway in Parliament?
  • George Galloway is set to make his way back to Westminster.

  • Galloway, also known as “Gorgeous George,” has been a figure of controversy, yet his eloquence and campaigning skills earned him praise.

  • Despite causing estrangement from former friends across the political spectrum in recent years, Galloway still maintains some allies in the House, including Jacob Rees-Mogg and Jeremy Corbyn.

  • An unconventional book launch by Rachel Cockerell injects a fresh perspective into the traditional British events of its kind.
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Corona policy: patient advocates call for reappraisal: Patient advocate Brysch joins the calls for a review of the Corona policy. The focus on those in need of ...
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Corona policy: patient advocates call for reappraisal
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SNP to push for fresh Gaza debate after Commons vote chaos: The party wants another debate on the conflict, after a vote on Wednesday descended into chaos.
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SNP to push for fresh Gaza debate after Commons vote chaos
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New extremism definition should 'absolutely' not be used for political advantage, security minister Tom Tugendhat says
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New extremism definition should 'absolutely' not be used for ...
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Vindman: Trump has ‘every intention’ to undo American democracy if reelected : Retired Army Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman suggested Friday that President Trump has ...
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Vindman: Trump has ‘every intention’ to undo American democracy if ...
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Appeal of democracy slipping across much of world: Survey: Strong enthusiasm for democracy has dipped in many countries across the world in the last five years ...
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Appeal of democracy slipping across much of world: Survey
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50.000 em Hamburgo: Dezenas de milhares de pessoas manifestam-se contra a direita
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Quick Glance: Massive Anti-Right-Wing Extremism Rally in Hamburg
  • Thousands protested against right-wing extremism in Hamburg on Sunday.

  • Over 50,000 participants attended, with various organizations and unions joining.

  • Speakers criticized the AfD party and called for unity in standing against extremism.

  • The event concluded with a performance by Deichkind and a march through the city center.
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Stephen Flynn: Lindsay Hoyle ‘effectively lied’ to MPs and public over SNP Gaza debate
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Stephen Flynn: Lindsay Hoyle ‘effectively lied’ to MPs and public over SNP ...
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AfD talk with Caren Miosga: Ramelow: "The whole of Germany is scared of Thuringia"
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AfD talk with Caren Miosga: Ramelow:
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Survey: Germans fear fake news: Disinformation threatens our democracy. This is the opinion of eight out of ten Germans. One in three also distrust the ...
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Survey: Germans fear fake news
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Commons Speaker and Chorley MP Sir Lindsay Hoyle received death threats after Gaza debate
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Commons Speaker and Chorley MP Sir Lindsay Hoyle received death threats ...
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The runaway Speaker: For 40 minutes on Wednesday afternoon, it was uncertain whether the Speaker of the House of Commons, Lindsay Hoyle, could hold out ...
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The runaway Speaker
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'Tin foil hat brigade': Starmer mocks Tory Party over Liz Truss at PMQs: Sir Keir Starmer urged the prime minister to withdraw the whip from former PM Liz Truss ...
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'Tin foil hat brigade': Starmer mocks Tory Party over Liz Truss at PMQs
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Rish! cowers in No 10 as mob demands peace in lawless London: Prime minister suffers acute fear and loathing whichever side of the looking-glass he chooses to ...
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Rish! cowers in No 10 as mob demands peace in lawless London
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Concern for democracy in Ukraine: It is the second anniversary of Russia's attack on Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The president has become more powerful ...
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Concern for democracy in Ukraine
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Nancy Faeser accuses the CDU/CSU of not doing enough to protect democracy: When it comes to protecting democracy, the principle should apply: "First the country ...
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Nancy Faeser accuses the CDU/CSU of not doing enough to protect democracy
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A Parliament Against Palestine: Yesterday's Westminster chaos shows that Keir Starmer's hostility to democracy applies to parliament itself — but also that ...
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A Parliament Against Palestine
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Social division? The strong center: Social cohesion is created more through movement than definition. Just as you have to keep walking along a path once it has ...
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Social division? The strong center
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Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle still under pressure as almost 70 MPs sign call for him to quit
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Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle still under pressure as almost 70 MPs ...
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Why didn't Lindsay Hoyle chair the budget and who is the Deputy Speaker?: As Jeremy Hunt laid out plans for taxation and spending, it was Dame Eleanor Laing ...
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Why didn't Lindsay Hoyle chair the budget and who is the Deputy Speaker?
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Political violence review eyes new police powers: The report will recommend allowing police to shut down protests outside Parliament and in other spaces.
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Political violence review eyes new police powers
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Ricarda Lang insulted and obstructed on Ash Wednesday: A cancellation, farmers' protests, blocked roads and troublemakers obstructing Ricarda Lang's departure ...
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Ricarda Lang insulted and obstructed on Ash Wednesday
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Insight: ‘Absolutely frightening’ threats against MPs pit security against democracy
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Insight: ‘Absolutely frightening’ threats against MPs pit security against ...
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Flynn could have emerged as the unlikely statesman if he'd sought common ground - Brian Wilson
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Flynn could have emerged as the unlikely statesman if he'd sought common ...
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Speaker Lindsay Hoyle charing PMQs as nearly 90 MPs sign no confidence motion: Lindsay Hoyle is facing increasing pressure to go following chaos in the Commons ...
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Speaker Lindsay Hoyle charing PMQs as nearly 90 MPs sign no confidence ...
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"For our democracy": Thousands of Mexicans demonstrate for fair elections: Just a few months before the presidential and parliamentary elections ...
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Indonesia’s Democracy Is Stronger Than a Strongman: Why Prabowo Would Find It Hard to Rule as an Authoritarian
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Indonesia’s Democracy Is Stronger Than a Strongman: Why Prabowo Would Find ...
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Linsday Hoyle has wound up the SNP again: Will Lindsay Hoyle really last as Speaker? Today he managed to enrage the SNP once again by refusing the party’s ...
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Linsday Hoyle has wound up the SNP again
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Ceasefire vote chaos fanned the flames of the Far Right: FOR a decision allegedly taken to protect MPs, last week’s tampering with Westminster protocol hasn’t ...
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Ceasefire vote chaos fanned the flames of the Far Right
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Political Ash Wednesday: troublemakers insult and harass Ricarda Lang: After a performance in the evening, the police had to rush to the aid of the federal ...
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Political Ash Wednesday: troublemakers insult and harass Ricarda Lang
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Better arming the constitutional state against its enemies: Federal Interior Minister Faeser presents a new package of measures to protect democracy and against ...
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Better arming the constitutional state against its enemies
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Gaza ceasefire vote: Tory and SNP MPs storm out of Commons: Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle apologises after his decision gave Sir Keir Starmer hope of heading off a ...
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Gaza ceasefire vote: Tory and SNP MPs storm out of Commons
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Parliamentary chaos reflected in Rochdale by-election circus: The Rochdale by-election is being likened to a circus by some, as the Speaker walks a tightrope.
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Parliamentary chaos reflected in Rochdale by-election circus
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Why are the Greens so hated right now, Ms. Göring-Eckardt?: The Green Vice President of the Bundestag calls for prudence and explains what change of course the ...
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Why are the Greens so hated right now, Ms. Göring-Eckardt?
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Trump threatens NATO: "If you don't pay, I won't protect you": The White House is disturbed: At a campaign event, former US President Trump tells an anecdote ...
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Trump threatens NATO: