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politics2 years ago

Bavaria Premier Stands by Deputy Aiwanger Amid Nazi Scandal

Bavaria's Premier Markus Söder has decided not to dismiss his deputy Hubert Aiwanger, despite accusations of distributing an antisemitic flyer during his school days and making antisemitic jokes. Söder stated that since there was no proof that Aiwanger wrote the pamphlet himself and the incident occurred 35 years ago, a dismissal would not be proportionate. However, senior members of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's ruling coalition criticized Söder's decision, with Economy Minister Robert Habeck calling it "unfortunately not a good one" and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser accusing Söder of damaging Germany's international reputation.

via POLITICO Europe|
#antisemitism#bavaria#hubert-aiwanger
politics2 years ago

"German Deputy Governor Faces Calls for Resignation Amidst Antisemitism Scandal"

Hubert Aiwanger, the deputy state premier of Bavaria and head of the right-wing populist Free Voters party, is facing allegations of antisemitic behavior during his high school years. A former classmate accused Aiwanger of making repulsive jokes about Jews following a class trip to a former Nazi concentration camp in 1987. Another former classmate claimed that Aiwanger imitated Hitler speeches and made offensive jokes about Jewish people. Aiwanger denied the allegations but acknowledged some poor behavior in his youth. The scandal has sparked outrage in Germany, with criticism coming from opposition parties and the Jewish community. The incident comes ahead of the Bavarian state election in October.

via DW (English)|
#antisemitism#bavaria#germany
politics2 years ago

Bavarian Governor Demands Full Explanation to Address Antisemitism Allegations

The governor of Bavaria, Markus Soeder, has ordered his deputy, Hubert Aiwanger, to provide a detailed explanation regarding allegations of his involvement in an antisemitic flyer from his high school days. Aiwanger denies writing the flyer, claiming his older brother did, but has not explained why he had copies in his school bag. Soeder called the flyer "disgusting" and "written in the worst Nazi jargon," stating that the suspicion alone damages Aiwanger's credibility. The Central Council of Jews in Germany condemned the flyer, and Soeder has asked Aiwanger to answer 25 detailed questions in writing to clarify the matter. The scandal comes at an inconvenient time for Soeder, who is hoping to continue leading Bavaria in coalition with Aiwanger's Free Voters party.

via Yahoo News|
#antisemitism#bavaria#germany
politics2 years ago

Controversial Nazi leaflet casts shadow over Bavarian state election

Hubert Aiwanger, deputy premier and economy minister of Bavaria, admitted to being involved in distributing an antisemitic leaflet during his high school years, sparking controversy and calls for his resignation. Aiwanger is the leader of the right-wing Free Voters party, which has gained popularity in Bavaria. The scandal could impact both Aiwanger's party and Bavaria's Premier Markus Söder, who aims to become chancellor. The leaflet described a fictional competition with a macabre reference to Auschwitz. Aiwanger denies authorship, but former teachers and an expert report suggest otherwise. The incident may affect the upcoming state election in Bavaria.

via POLITICO Europe|
#antisemitism#bavaria#election-campaign