Der Freitag Opinion: AfD Is Not Yet Fascist, But Toxic Mix of Dangerous Forces

In "The AfD is not yet a fascist party. But that doesn't make it any less dangerous," published in Der Freitag, Georg Fuelberth contends that it is overly simplistic and misleading to label Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) as fascist. He describes the AfD as a harmful combination of two unspecified dangerous elements. Fuelberth warns that using historical comparisons can obscure understanding when they lack thorough analysis. He critiques both traditional fascism theories and the recent designation of the AfD as "right-wing populist," arguing that such classifications fall short in today’s political context. He concludes that, although the AfD does not fit the fascist label, it poses a considerable risk, complicating its categorization. The article is behind a paywall for further reading.