Volker Wissing Criticizes Christian Lindner's Praise of Elon Musk

The former FDP member rebukes Lindner for lauding Musk, citing concerns over Musk's support for right-wing populists and its incompatibility with liberal values.

• Volker Wissing, Germany's Federal Transport Minister and former FDP member, criticized FDP leader Christian Lindner for portraying Elon Musk as a role model for Germany.
• Wissing argued that Musk's financial and verbal support for right-wing populist politicians and parties disqualifies him as an example for liberal politics.
• Lindner's praise of Musk came after Musk publicly supported the far-right AfD, prompting Lindner to invite Musk to discuss the FDP's merits, an overture Musk ignored.
• Wissing emphasized that Germany's economic strength derives from stability and adherence to constitutional principles, not the kind of disruption Musk advocates.
• The critique also highlighted longstanding tensions between Wissing and Lindner, with Wissing questioning Lindner's political style and approach to coalition governance.

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