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Elon Musk Sparks Controversy at AfD Rally - Is Guilt Still a Thing?

Alternative für Deutschland - Elon Musk - far-right politics - Germany - historical guilt - political endorsements - protests

Elon Musk throws caution to the wind as he makes waves at the AfD rally in Germany. What’s the fuss all about? Dive in!

In a strikingly bold virtual appearance at a campaign event for Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party, tech mogul Elon Musk has stirred up a whirlwind of controversy. Speaking to a crowd in Halle, Musk emphatically urged the German populace to 'move beyond' the guilt associated with their country's historical past, particularly the sins of the Nazi regime. According to Musk, future generations should not bear the weight of their ancestors' actions, suggesting that it’s high time for Germans to take pride in their culture and values instead.

Musk's support for the AfD isn't just an isolated incident; it has significant ramifications for the party's standing in Germany. Currently polling around 20% as the country gears up for legislative elections on February 23, the AfD is rapidly gaining traction, transforming from a fringe group to a legitimate contender against established parties like the CDU/CSU alliance, which sits at about 30%. This unexpected backing from Musk has thrust the AfD into the global spotlight, raising eyebrows and sparking protests across Germany, as thousands took to the streets to voice their discontent over Musk's endorsement.

The virtual rally saw energetic supporters enthusiastic about Musk's words, heralding him as a beacon of hope for the party's future. However, this has not been without backlash; many communities are alarmed by the implications of Musk's endorsement of a party that has been characterized as far-right and populist. This juxtaposition of technological innovation and political extremism leaves many questioning the ethics behind such a marriage of ideas.

Critics argue that Musk's comments trivialize the significance of historical accountability. With Germany’s complex history, the fear is that downplaying the past could erode the hard-fought values of remembrance and reconciliation that shepherded the nation into a more progressive era. Meanwhile, the AfD has seized the opportunity to amplify its message and grow its base, leveraging Musk's star power to broaden its reach.

Interestingly, despite the polarized responses to Musk's speech, he remains a figure who oscillates between admiration and criticism, often finding himself at odds with both fans and foes alike. Meanwhile, the AfD's rise calls into question the durability of traditional political structures in Germany as they confront a wave of populist sentiment—a phenomenon not isolated to Europe but relevant around the globe.

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Germany too focused on past guilt, Elon Musk tells AfD event – video (The Guardian)

Tesla and SpaceX boss makes supportive speech at a campaign event for the far-right Alternative für Deutschland party in eastern Germany.

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Thousands protest in Germany against the far-right as AfD party ... (Euronews)

The protests took place while AfD was opening its election campaign in the central city of Halle on Saturday.

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Musk tells Germans to get over 'past guilt' in speech to far-right AfD ... (Politico)

Elon Musk made a virtual appearance at a rally for the far-right Alternative for Germany party on Saturday, reiterating his support ahead of the country's ...

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Elon Musk tells far-right AfD party it is 'the best hope for the future of ... (Fortune)

AfD is polling at around 20% ahead of the Feb. 23 legislative election, and the mainstream conservative CDU/CSU alliance has about 30%.

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Elon Musk's call for Germany to 'move beyond' Nazi guilt is ... (NBC News)

Musk made a virtual appearance at a campaign event for Germany's far-right AfD party, saying “children should not be guilty of the sins of their parents.”.

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Musk urges German far-right to move beyond 'past guilt' in AfD ... (Jewish Chronicle)

Tech billionaire tells German crowd: 'It's good to be proud of German culture, German values'

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How Elon Musk is helping Germany's far-right AfD party go ... (Business Insider)

Musk's support for AfD has helped what was once a fringe political party enter the mainstream, lifting it up in front of a global audience.

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Musk tells Germans to get over 'past guilt' at far-right AfD rally (The Hill)

Tech billionaire Elon Musk told Germans they should be proud of their heritage and should “move beyond” the “past guilt” of older generations.

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Tusk slams Musk for 'sinister' words at AfD rally (EURACTIV)

WARSAW - Prime Minister Donald Tusk lashed out at the "Greater Germany" rhetoric and trivialisation of German guilt for historical crimes voiced by key AfD ...

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Elon Musk backs German far-right AfD party's campaign launch ... (Business Standard)

The AfD, recently making history as the first far-right party to win a state election since the Nazi era, has gained momentum in national polls.

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Elon Musk speaks at Germany's AfD campaign launch as thousands ... (CNN International)

American tech billionaire Elon Musk made a surprise address at the campaign launch for Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as thousands of people ...

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