E100: WTF, Germany?

Once seen as a pillar of stability in Europe, Germany is unravelling. Its economy is in decline, and the far-right AfD recently won a state election, marking a disturbing shift in the political landscape. The country has reintroduced border controls, violating a core EU principle. And its legacy parties continue to slide into authoritarianism, suppressing pro-Palestinian voices at home while supporting Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

Meanwhile, a housing crisis and soaring rents are straining German citizens, even as the government spends billions to support the Ukraine war and its foreign policy agenda.

How did Germany get here? What does it mean for Europe? And how do we push back? Our panel — as well as a few new members of the team — will be weighing in, taking your questions and more. Join us!

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00:00 Introduction to DiEM25 and discussion topic
00:25 Germany's Economic and Political Crisis
01:44 Panel Introduction and Discussion Setup
03:18 Johannes Fehr on Germany's Economic Downturn
11:11 Carolina Rehrmann on Far-Right and Left Parties
16:35 Judith Meyer on East German Sentiments
23:13 Julijana Zita on Migration and Media Influence
28:33 Nour Hariri on Border Controls and EU Unity
32:34 Addressing Europe's Real Problems
33:52 Chat Comments and Questions
34:36 Economic and Social Struggles in Germany
40:08 Housing Crisis and Immigration
46:54 Pro-Palestinian Suppression in Germany
54:10 Germany's Role in Global Politics
01:02:09 Conclusion and Call to Action