Demonstrations against the right: Germany shows the flag for democracy!

Demonstrations against the right: Germany shows the flag for democracy!

Today, September 16, 2025, numerous protests against right-wing extremism, hatred and anti-Semitism are planned in Germany. These demonstrations send a strong signal for democracy, tolerance and peaceful coexistence and attract a lot of attention in various federal states. Loud news.de The events take place in federal states such as North Rhine-Westphalia, Saxony and Baden-Württemberg and include workshops, readings and discussions to actively raise awareness among citizens.

The events that have already been planned include various meetings and vigils, which are particularly directed against the influence of the AfD. There have been large mobilizations in recent months, with millions of people taking to the streets since the beginning of 2023. rnd.de reports that over 1.7 million people took part in the protests alone after the major protest against the AfD party conference in Riesa. The largest demonstration took place in Munich on February 8, 2025, where, according to the police, 250,000 people came together.

Various events in Germany

The current protests come in the context of a worrying increase in right-wing extremist crimes. In 2024, 37,835 offenses were registered, which corresponds to an increase of 47.4% compared to 2023, as the Office for the Protection of the Constitution states in its report. Violent right-wing extremists are on the rise, and the potential number of people is now around 15,300. Given these alarming figures, it is not surprising that society is mobilizing to send a clear message.

Many more demos are scheduled within the next few days. In North Rhine-Westphalia, for example, events are already planned in cities such as Bielefeld and Siegen. Various activities will also take place in Hamburg and Lower Saxony that will send a strong message against the growing threat of right-wing extremism. These actions are part of a broader movement that is resisting possible coalitions between established parties and right-wing forces.

Reactions to right-wing extremist agitation

The protests show that there is a growing unease with the political landscape. The recent small request from the CDU/CSU regarding state funding for NGOs that are committed to combating right-wing extremism has sparked a public discussion. Critics accuse the CDU/CSU of questioning the political neutrality of such organizations. Organizations like “Grandmas Against the Right” in particular have received mixed reactions to their work.

Overall, it is clear that people in Germany are actively combating the rise of right-wing extremist ideologies. The upcoming demonstrations are not only a call to action, but also a confirmation that democracy and tolerance are highly valued in society. Protection of the Constitution shows in its reports how important these mobilizations are in order to stop right-wing terror and provide a civil society response to the threat of right-wing extremism.