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German Political Party Accused of Promoting Antisemitism in Election Campaign Video

opinion-review · 2026-03-24

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in Rhineland-Palatinate has released a campaign video for state elections that critics describe as promoting antisemitism and racism. The video features state party chairman Jan Bollinger and was filmed during a campaign event in Idar-Oberstein in mid-January. Observers note the content contradicts the party's stated commitment to traditional values.

Key facts

  • AfD released election campaign video for Rhineland-Palatinate state elections
  • Video criticized for containing antisemitic and racist content
  • Features state party chairman Jan Bollinger
  • Filmed during campaign event in Idar-Oberstein in mid-January
  • Contradicts party's stated commitment to traditional values

Entities

Institutions

  • Alternative for Germany (AfD)

Locations

  • Rhineland-Palatinate
  • Idar-Oberstein
  • Germany

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