Jan Böhmermann Warns of Far-Right Surge in Germany in 'New York Times' Video

The satirist cautions international audiences about the AfD's rise and its implications for Germany's democratic values.

Jan Böhmermann released a nine-minute video for the 'New York Times,' highlighting the potential for the far-right AfD to secure around 20% of votes in the upcoming German Bundestag election.
The satirist critiques the AfD's rhetoric, referencing controversial statements by party leaders like Björn Höcke, Alexander Gauland, and Alice Weidel, as well as Höcke's call for a '180-degree turn' in Germany's remembrance culture.
Böhmermann connects the AfD's rise to broader issues of 'historical amnesia' in Germany, arguing that the phrase 'Never Again' has become hollow and ineffective in preventing far-right ideologies.
The video draws parallels between the AfD's tactics and global populist movements, referencing Elon Musk's public support for the party and his controversial gestures and statements.
Böhmermann concludes with a satirical warning, likening the AfD's goals to a rebranded version of nationalist ideologies, stating, 'They just want Germany to be great again.'