Civil Society Takes Lead in Political Resistance

A commentary in Süddeutsche Zeitung argues that prominent figures from rock, film, and intellectual circles have become rare at the forefront of democratic movements. Instead, civil society itself has assumed leadership in political resistance. The article references Bruce Springsteen, Arne Semsrott, John Lennon, and Zorhan Mamdani as examples of figures associated with protest, but notes that the current wave of demonstrations is driven by ordinary citizens. The piece reflects on the changing nature of political engagement, where collective action by civil society now plays a more central role than iconic individual leaders.