Tens of thousands are demonstrating against right-wing extremism in Germany today!

Tens of thousands are demonstrating against right-wing extremism in Germany today!

Numerous demonstrations against right-wing extremism, anti-Semitism and hatred took place in Germany today, June 21, 2025. Tens of thousands of people gathered in many places to set an example for democracy and to take a stand against the Alternative for Germany (AfD). Loud ZDF The police in Düsseldorf counted up to 100,000 participants, which underlines the clarity of the protest.

The nationwide protests that have been taking place for about two weeks come in an alarming context. The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution has classified the AfD as firmly right-wing extremist, and a recent survey by Infratest dimap shows that 67% of Germans see the party as a serious threat to democracy. The pressure is growing because in September there are elections in Brandenburg, Saxony and Thuringia, where the AfD could be the strongest force, according to surveys.

Diverse campaigns and prominent support

The events included not only demonstrations, but also workshops, readings and discussions in various federal states. Particularly noteworthy was the presence of high-ranking politicians such as Prime Minister Winfried Kretschmann in Sigmaringen and Daniel Günther and Christian Lindner in Aachen. In Osnabrück, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius took the opportunity to warn against the AfD and emphasize the danger of system change by comparing the situation to the Weimar Republic.

Events in other cities showed an impressive turnout: around 11,500 people came together in Kiel, up to 20,000 in Mannheim, and around 12,500 in Aachen. There were also several thousand participants in smaller cities such as Weimar and Singen. News.de reports on further planned actions that will take place across the country.

Send a clear signal

The demonstrations did not take place without reason: they coincide with Holocaust Remembrance Day and are a strong signal against any form of discrimination and hate speech. Chancellor Olaf Scholz praised the initiative and emphasized the need for cohesion for democracy. It is clear that people no longer want to sit back and do nothing.

In summary, this movement shows a growing willingness in society to stand up for diversity and tolerance and to stand up against extremist trends. This underlines the relevance of the debate about right-wing extremism in Germany and the great responsibility that rests on all citizens to defend democratic values.

To find out more about the upcoming events and the most important topics, it is worth taking a look at the events planned in the coming weeks. For current updates and information, those interested can visit the official website and get involved.