CSD Bautzen: Police secures moving against right -wing protests
CSD Bautzen: Police secures moving against right -wing protests
tensions about the Christopher Street Day in Bautzen
in Bautzen, a city in the east of Saxony, the Christopher Street Day (CSD) took place last Saturday, but not without considerable social tensions. The event that is customary to celebrate and promote the rights of LGBTQ+persons this year was in the shade of right-wing extremists protests that fueled concern and unrest in the population.
police protection and peaceful course
Due to registration of right-wing extremists, a large police contingent was mobilized for the CSD. Over 1,000 people took part in the move, which is a clear surprise compared to the expectations of the organizers. At the same time, around 680 counter-demonstrators gathered under the motto "against gender propaganda and confusion of identity", which also included members of the right-wing extremist small Saxons. Despite the tense situation, the authorities reported a largely trouble -free course of the events.
cancellation of the final party
One day before the event, the organizers of the CSD had to cancel a graduation ceremony planned for the evening. Organizer Jonas Löschau explained that the security measures in the short time were not sufficient to ensure the protection of the participants. This cancellation led to mixed reactions in the community, which expressed both concerns and solidarity.
The role of Minister of Justice
Saxon Minister of Justice Katja Meier also commented on the incidents and was stunned by the need for the safety precautions. She emphasized that hate against queer people in society should not have any space. These comments reflect the growing concern about the increase in right -wing extremist activities and the associated dangers for minorities.
social effects
The events in Bautzen are part of a larger trend in Germany, where right-wing extremist groups are always trying to disturb LGBTQ+events. These developments raise questions about the security and acceptance of queer people in society. Löschau, functional holder both in the city council and in the district council, finds that this situation has now become everyday life and condemns it as a disturbing sign for society.
A look at the CSD
The Christopher Street Day, who is celebrated every year worldwide, commemorates the events of 1969 when police officers stormed the "Stonewall Inn" in New York and thus triggered protests from LGBTQ+activists. This tradition is questioned by the challenges as they were observed this year in Bautzen, and it remains to be hoped that future events can take place in a safer framework.
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