Far-right German party to address Ukip conference
Alternative for Germany to speak to supporters at the gathering in Devon following their election breakthrough this week
Nationalist party Alternative for Germany (AfD) will address supporters at Ukip’s autumn conference.
A senior figure from the group, which critics describe as far-right, will speak at the gathering in Devon later this week.
AfD finished third in Germany’s elections just four years after being formed and has vowed to fight “an invasion of foreigners”.
Ukip’s interim leader Steve Crowther said AfD had made a “brave” move to shun the centre-left consensus in a country where politics has been “overshadowed by the Nazi era”.
“Like Ukip, the AfD offers a balancing force within its national politics which has been skewed towards the centre-left consensus,” he said.
“This is a brave move in Germany, whose politics has been overshadowed by the Nazi era. It shows that the people are no longer prepared to be ignored and coerced by the liberal left.
“It is telling that the AfD vote comes from all age groups, is driven by former non-voters as well as disillusioned conservative and left voters, and comes largely from the employed and unemployed working class.
“Once again, the elites are learning that democracy actually means listening to the majority, no matter how much they despise their vulgar attitudes.”
Keep community journalism free.
Jewish News is free for everyone. No paywall. No barriers. Just trusted journalism for anyone who wants to stay connected to Jewish life in Britain.
If you value that, please support us.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help keep our journalism free and accessible to all.
Every day, we report on the issues that matter to our community. We celebrate achievements, support charities, challenge antisemitism and ensure Jewish voices are heard more widely.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help us continue to:
- Report on the stories shaping Jewish life in the UK and beyond
- Bring our community together through shared stories, events and campaigns
- Celebrate the people, culture and moments that define our community
- Support organisations doing vital work across Jewish Britain
You can make a one-off donation or become a regular supporter. Every contribution helps keep our journalism free, independent and accessible to all.
If everyone who values Jewish News gave a small amount, it would make a real difference to our future.
