Eklat in Greifswald: Lindner attacked with soap cake - reactions roll over!

Eklat in Greifswald: Lindner attacked with soap cake - reactions roll over!

in Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the FDP chairman Christian Lindner was attacked with a cake made of shaving foam during a campaign appearance. The 34-year-old attacker approached Lindner during his speech and hurled the supposed cake directly into the face of the former finance minister. This was done on Thursday afternoon and not only caused an excitement on site, but also sparked a heated discussion in the social networks, where the incident caused horror and ridicule, as [https://www.berlin-live.de/politik/lindner-torte-linke-id348176.html).

after the attack, Lindner reacted calmly, cost briefly from the foam and commented humorously: "Unfortunately it was not cream, just soap. At least that could have done better, then I would have had something of it." The police have now initiated investigations into assault and insult, while Lindner received solidarity from different sides, including from his political competitor Robert Habeck. Criticism was practiced in the security measures, since some users on social media emphasized that the incident could have escalated how [News.de] (https://www.news.de/politik/politik/christian-linder-in-greifswald-mit-torte-angrezen-video-stacke-bei- elections-im-netz/1/) summarized.

reactions on the Internet and at the political level

The reactions to the cake attack were diverse. Some users expressed worrying thoughts that such aggression could lead to more serious violent actions. Federal Minister of Health Karl Lauterbach made it clear that "violence against politicians should never be tolerated". Nevertheless, solidary voices also prevailed on social media that Lindner praised for his relaxed reaction and highlighted his sovereignty. "Respect for Lindner!" Is only one of many positive feedback that he received. The incident led to an unusual moment of political unity across party borders, while Lindner emerges as a surprising winner from the scandalous situation.

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