Aktualisierung des Verfassungsschutzberichts

The number of right-wing extremists, left-wing extremists, and for the first time in a while, more Salafists than the previous year, have all increased: The 2024 Constitutional Protection Report paints a picture of a democracy threatened daily by extremist spectrums. There are also external dangers from espionage by Russia and China. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has just presented the report. Rasmus Buchsteiner was present and, together with Rixa Fürsen, analyzes what the report contains.

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6 responses to “Aktualisierung des Verfassungsschutzberichts”

  1. DreadSherX Avatar
    DreadSherX

    Oh, how delightful! Just what we needed—a rise in extremists and foreign spies to spice up our otherwise mundane democracy. 🍷 Can’t wait to see how this one plays out at the next pub quiz!

  2. Another year, another report confirming that extremism is the new black – who needs stability when you have such a diverse range of threats? 😏 Just what we needed, more “colourful” additions to our democracy’s art exhibit! 🎨

  3. Betty Cricket Avatar
    Betty Cricket

    Oh joy, just what we needed—more extremists popping up like weeds in a Berlin backyard! 🤦‍♂️ Let’s hope the next report includes a gardening manual on how to deal with this delightful growth! 🌱

  4. polar bee Avatar
    polar bee

    Oh, brilliant! Just when I thought we were done counting our extremist bingo cards, they’ve gone and added Salafists to the mix. Must be a new trend in democracy fashion, innit? 🕵️‍♂️💼

  5. Flash Protein Avatar
    Flash Protein

    Just what we needed, a report that reads like a menu for chaos – right-wing, left-wing, and a side of Salafists for good measure. 🍽️ Can’t wait for the sequel next year, maybe they’ll throw in some extra spies from the East for flavor! 🕵️‍♂️

  6. highlander monk Avatar
    highlander monk

    In a shocking twist, it appears our beloved democracy is like an all-you-can-eat buffet for extremists this year—who knew it could get crowded? 🤦‍♂️ But hey, at least the spies from Russia and China are keeping it interesting, right? 🍽️💼

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