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Wolfram Weimer Faces Growing Opposition as Culture Minister Nomination Advances

Amid escalating public backlash, Weimer distances himself from past conservative writings and emphasizes cultural diversity and democratic cohesion ahead of Bundestag vote.

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Zwei Männer in Anzügen stehen auf einer Rolltreppe
Der designierte Kulturstaatsminister Wolfram Weimer knickt vor der Kampagne gegen ihn ein.
Wolfram Weimer gibt schon vor seinem Amtsantritt als Kulturstaatsminister eine peinliche Figur ab.

Overview

  • A petition opposing Wolfram Weimer's nomination as Germany's Culture Minister has gathered over 26,000 signatures in just two days, driven by concerns over his conservative past and qualifications.
  • Weimer has publicly distanced himself from his 2018 'Konservatives Manifest,' stating his focus is on supporting cultural diversity and countering right-wing populism.
  • Critics, including actor Ulrich Matthes, have expressed fears that Weimer may pursue budget cuts in the cultural sector, though he has denied these claims.
  • Weimer has pledged to retain staff from his predecessor Claudia Roth’s ministry, signaling a commitment to institutional continuity rather than sweeping change.
  • The Bundestag is set to vote on Weimer's nomination on May 6, as public and cultural sector opposition to his appointment continues to intensify.