Debate: The Situation Is Too Precarious Not to Fight Against the AfD
In a guest article for the Süddeutsche Zeitung, historian Norbert Frei argues for a ban on the Alternative for Germany (AfD), which is classified as a 'partially proven right-wing extremist' party. He questions why no prohibition proceedings have been initiated and criticizes the vague term 'in parts' when the party's top leadership defends its most extreme figures. The article highlights the urgency of the political situation in summer 2026, emphasizing the need for action against the AfD.
Key facts
- Norbert Frei published a guest article in Süddeutsche Zeitung.
- The AfD is classified as 'in Teilen gesichert rechtsextrem' (partially proven right-wing extremist).
- Frei questions why no ban proceedings have been initiated against the AfD.
- The article criticizes the term 'in parts' as misleading given the party leadership's defense of extremists.
- The situation is described as 'brenzlig' (precarious) in summer 2026.
- The article is a debate piece on the AfD.
- The source is Süddeutsche Zeitung, a German newspaper.
- The article was published in the culture section.
Entities
Institutions
- Alternative for Germany (AfD)
- Süddeutsche Zeitung
Locations
- Germany
- Sachsen-Anhalt