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5mo ago

German Flag Mandate Passed in Jerichower Land with AfD and CDU Support

The motion requires year-round flag display at public buildings with flagpoles, but its practical impact is limited to six locations in the district.

15 Schulen wären im Landkreis von der Maßnahme betroffen
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Overview

  • The Kreistag in Jerichower Land, Sachsen-Anhalt, has passed a motion mandating the German flag be flown year-round at public buildings with flagpoles, including schools.
  • The motion was introduced by the AfD and supported by the CDU, marking a controversial collaboration due to the AfD's classification as a right-wing extremist party.
  • The policy applies to 15 schools in the district but excludes primary schools, as they fall under municipal jurisdiction.
  • Only six buildings in the district currently have flagpoles, significantly limiting the motion's practical implementation.
  • The AfD framed the motion as a means to promote national unity, while critics argue it represents symbolic politics with minimal real-world impact.