The “Alternatives for Germany” campaign poster caused outrage due to a hint of the Hitler salute (photo)
On the poster, hands are raised, which should probably symbolize a roof over the children, but the gesture is similar to a Hitler salute.
On September 22, the state of Brandenburg will elect a new regional parliament, and the election campaign is already in full swing. The Alternative for Germany party (Alternative for Germany) is actively campaigning to become the strongest political force in the region. However, one of their posters caused serious outrage. About this write PICTURE.
On his campaign poster, AdN MP Wilko Möller from Frankfurt-on-Oder depicted a family of three fair-haired children sitting on a sofa and their parents standing behind them with their hands raised, which at first glance seemed to symbolize a roof over the children . The poster reads: “We protect your children.” However, the gesture of the man on the poster is very reminiscent of the Hitler salute.
“This poster is a clear provocation that goes beyond what is permissible. As a representative of many citizens of our city, I consider it my duty to take action against such images. Right-wing populist forces are deliberately working to distort the image of our city.”, – said Anya Kraisel, head of the “Left” party in Frankfurt-on-Oder.
This is not the first time that Meller has been involved in a scandal during the election campaign. He is known for his white car with the sticker “I’m white – and that’s a good thing!”. On July 20, the 80th anniversary of the assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler, Moeller posted a video on TikTok comparing the Nazi dictatorship to modern-day Germany.
“Today, every citizen can resist by simply putting a cross in the right place on September 22. It doesn’t have to be a bomb.”, he said in the video.
These actions of Moeller cause indignation and criticism from the public and other political forces. “AdH has long been accused of provocative actions and the use of extremist symbols to mobilize its supporters. The elections on September 22 may be decisive for the party, which is trying to strengthen its position in regional politics.
