Rachael Clugston contributes with sharp political commentary on the German scene.
Can a Petry-led faction distance themselves significantly from the AfD to win over enough CDU voters and politicians? The next 18 months will be a dry run for this possibility, threatening the traditional progressiveness of Leipzig in the process.
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A story is brewing locally with possible national and international consequences.
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As the celebrations start Down Under, Rachael Clugston remains torn.
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Whilst respect is what people yearn for, ongoing exclusion is going to lead to a rejection of liberal democratic values through sheer frustration.
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The unwillingness to keep a translator nearby and not providing linguistic support for callers reporting a crime (or a criminal's whereabouts) demonstrate a lack of commitment to tackling the complex demands of living in a globalised city.
MorePlease EU, just have a cup of tea and be patient, scrambled eggs are off the menu.
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