Far-Right Face of Germany: Chancellor Candidate Alice Weidel
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February 18, 2025 05:30
germany - Alice Weidel, the far-right AfD's Chancellor candidate, gains attention ahead of early general elections in Germany.
Alice Weidel: The Controversial Figure in German Politics
Alice Weidel, the Chancellor candidate of the far-right AfD party, recently participated in a televised debate with other leading party leaders. Known for her anti-immigrant and anti-EU stance, Weidel's rise in German politics raises concerns.
Weidel's Background and Controversies
Born in Gutersloh, Weidel has a strong financial background and has worked for major companies like Credit Suisse and Goldman Sachs. Despite her unconventional lifestyle as an openly gay woman with two adopted children, she appeals to conservative, anti-immigrant voters.
Weidel's affiliation with AfD, a party advocating for Germany's exit from the EU and NATO, and her controversial statements have made her a polarizing figure in German politics.
AfD's Agenda and Weidel's Role
AfD's policies include closing Germany's borders to refugees and promoting a 'remigration' policy for immigrants. Weidel's role as the party's Chancellor candidate signifies a shift towards right-wing populism in German politics.