Attack on CDU candidate Awemo: Racism in the Brandenburg election campaign

Attack on CDU candidate Awemo: Racism in the Brandenburg election campaign

Cottbus/Berlin. recent events in Brandenburg throw a deep shadow on the political climate. Adeline Abimnwi Awemo, a CDU state candidate, became the victim of an assault during her campaign, which rejects the debate about security and respect in political space.

attack on a politician

Adeline Abimnwi Awemo, which runs for the CDU in the Brandenburg state election on September 22nd, was brutally attacked when postered in Cottbus. A woman insulted her racist and expressed the hurtful words: "You are no people". Awemo, which is committed to integration and migration, was slightly injured in this incident.

The reactions to the attack

After the incident, the candidate showed herself unshamed and expressed: "I have respect for people, don't worry". She expressed her thanks to the police and first aiders, who stood by her after the attack. Jan Redmann, the CDU state chairman, reacted moved to the incident and explained: "The increasing risk for people who are politically involved for our country is unbearable."

an alarming trend

The attack on Awemo is part of a worrying trend in East Germany. In the past few months, attacks on politicians have increased, which triggers a critical discussion about the security of officials during the election campaign. For example, the SPD European MP Matthias Ecke was physically attacked in Dresden in early May and suffered a serious injury.

The effects on the political landscape

These incidents are not only an attack on individuals, but also a threat to political participation and social engagement. Karamba Diaby, a member of the Bundestag of the SPD, has announced that due to this constantly increasing attacks, not running in the next election. This raises questions about the willingness of people to get involved politically if their security is endangered.

conclusion

The attack on Adeline Abimnwi Awemo is not to be considered isolated, but part of an alarming pattern of violence against politicians in Germany. In a democratic society there should be no space for such attacks. It is crucial that both the public and political institutions work together to create a safe environment for everyone who works in politics.

- Nag