Görlitz shows flag: Colorful demo for diversity and democracy on the upper market

Görlitz shows flag: Colorful demo for diversity and democracy on the upper market

On Saturday, August 31, 2024, a significant demonstration took place in Görlitz under the motto "Görlitz diversity". In the middle of the hustle and bustle on the Obermarkt, numerous clubs, initiatives and musicians came together to set a strong sign for diversity and against right -wing extremism. The event was carefully planned and took place a day before the decisive state election, which underlines the political dimension of protest. It was a clear appeal to the citizens to appreciate and defend the value of diversity and democracy.

Daniel Preißler, one of the initiators of the alliance "Görlitz remains colorful", was motivated by the opportunity to offer people in Görlitz a platform to present their initiatives. "We want to focus on the diversity of this city and its people," said Preißler. The alliance clear edge, which had already organized a demonstration against right -wing extremism at the beginning of the year, was active as a co -organizer again and supported the goals of the event.

The intention of the demonstration

The main motivation behind the demonstration was to set a clear sign against the growing threat from right -wing extremist tendencies. Preißler and other organizers wanted to give all participants the opportunity to solidarize themselves and together to spread a message of hope and community. The upper market became the scene for a large number of stands that reflected the diversity of Görlitz civil society. Here local groups and initiatives were able to introduce themselves and get in touch with the citizens.

A striking element of the event was the predictable political relevance. The choice of the date was deliberately on the day before the state election when the citizens were to vote for the future orientation of the country. "We would like to encourage people to think about which values are important to them," emphasized Preißler. By entering diversity and against extremism, a clear sign should be made that Görlitz wants to be an open and tolerant city.

variety as a strength

The demonstration not only represented a protest, but also a festive commitment to the different cultures and ways of life that shape Görlitz. The event made it possible to present associations and initiatives to present themselves and to share their visions for an inclusive company. Music and a positive atmosphere ensured that Obermarkt became a place to exchange and celebrate the diversity.

The number of participants who raised the voice for tolerance and democracy on this day shows that the citizens are willing to jointly stand up for a just social order. It was an inspiring demonstration that not only made the many people who stood for diversity, but also underlined the need to be active against ongoing right -wing extremism.

With such energetic initiatives and mobilization, Görlitz sets a strong sign. The determination that the citizens stand together and stand up for their values becomes all the more important at a time when extremism takes up more and more space. The organizers and the participants agree: diversity is not just a keyword, but the core of a democratic society.