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Thousands of people across Germany rallied in mid-February under the slogan “Vote for love,” protesting the far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) ahead of an election expected to see the party surge in support.

Activists warn of increasing anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and violence, citing 26 attacks on Pride marches last year.

The AfD opposes LGBTQ+ rights, despite its chancellor candidate Alice Weidel being openly lesbian.

Concerns also mount over mainstream parties adopting AfD’s stances, including efforts to repeal Germany’s Self-Determination law.

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[–] v4ld1z@lemmy.zip 6 points 17 hours ago

The protest in our city was a little depressing. We were quite a few people, more than originally anticipated even, but there was barely any chanting or singing, and the whole thing was over in like 2ish hours I think? The protest signs people were carrying around were pretty good, though.