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world10 days ago•6 min saved

Mass Protests Erupt as AfD Conference Draws Thousands in Erfurt

Tens of thousands of anti-AfD demonstrators clashed with police in Erfurt during the party’s conference, with authorities saying demonstrations were mostly peaceful despite heavy disruption. About 30,000 people attended, and the protests delayed AfD’s leadership vote as calls to oppose the party intensified. AfD co-leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla were re-elected amidst the tense atmosphere, while anti-fascist groups condemned the party’s policies.

via Fox News|

#afd #anti-fascism #erfurt

music5 months ago•15 min saved

Green Day to Open 2026 Super Bowl With Political Edge

Green Day will perform at the Super Bowl’s opening ceremony in Santa Clara for the 60th anniversary, continuing the band’s history of politically charged live shows. They’ve recently supported anti-ICE protests and criticized the Trump administration, with Billie Joe Armstrong alluding to Stephen Miller in performances. Bad Bunny headlines the halftime show, which has sparked MAGA backlash, and while set-list details aren’t public, the appearance is framed as a potential political moment that could provoke controversy around the event.

via Rolling Stone|

#anti-fascism #bad-bunny #green-day

world9 months ago•3 min saved

Controversial Professors Face Backlash and Relocation Over Political Activism

Rutgers professor Mark Bray, known for his anti-fascism research, claims his flight to Europe was mysteriously canceled after he received threats and amid increased scrutiny of left-wing groups by the White House, raising concerns about political intimidation and free academic expression.

via Salon.com|

#anti-fascism #flight-cancellation #mark-bray

world9 months ago•3 min saved

Rutgers Antifa Expert Faces Threats and Moves to Europe

A Rutgers University professor known for teaching anti-fascism was prevented from flying to Spain after receiving death threats and facing harassment from right-wing groups, which led to his family’s flight cancellation and his decision to relocate temporarily to Europe for safety.

via The Guardian|

#anti-fascism #free-speech #rutgers-university

music3 years ago•1 min saved

Roger Waters' Controversial Concert Outfit Under Investigation in Berlin

Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters wore a Nazi-style uniform on stage at a concert in Berlin, which led German police to launch an investigation into the British musician. Waters said he was opposing fascism and bigotry and that the outfit was a statement against fascism, injustice, and bigotry. Waters is being investigated under a separate law on suspicion of "incitement of the people". Nazi symbols, flags, and uniforms are prohibited in Germany.

via Reuters|

#anti-fascism #germany #music

music3 years ago•3 min saved

Roger Waters' Controversial Berlin Concert: A Recap

Pink Floyd's Roger Waters is being investigated by Berlin police for wearing a Nazi-style uniform during a concert. The police are investigating the "suspicion of incitement to public hatred because the clothing worn on stage could be used to glorify or justify Nazi rule". Waters has denied any support for fascism and said that his performance was a statement against fascism, injustice, and bigotry. He has been accused of holding anti-Jewish views but denies the accusations, saying he was protesting against Israeli policies, not Jewish people.

via Al Jazeera English|

#anti-fascism #berlin #music