Bonhoeffer Family Condemns Misuse of Legacy by US Right-Wing Groups

Descendants of the German theologian urge US voters to reject extremist narratives that distort Bonhoeffer's message.

Over 85 descendants of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's siblings have signed an open letter denouncing the appropriation of his legacy by right-wing extremists in the US.
The family argues that Bonhoeffer, a renowned anti-Nazi theologian, is being wrongly used to justify antidemocratic and xenophobic agendas.
Eric Metaxas, a prominent Trump supporter, is criticized for drawing false parallels between Bonhoeffer's resistance to Nazism and current US political issues.
The upcoming film 'Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Agent, Assassin' is accused of misrepresenting Bonhoeffer as an evangelical icon, fueling cultural conflicts in the US.
Bonhoeffer's descendants highlight his lifelong commitment to freedom and inclusivity, urging American voters to critically assess historical narratives.