German Green leader refuses civility toward AfD, citing misanthropy

Britta Haßelmann, a Green Party leader in the Bundestag, publicly stated she will not extend politeness to AfD deputies, arguing that civility would trivialize their misanthropic views. This marks a notable rhetorical escalation in mainstream parties' stance toward the far-right AfD, though it reflects an ongoing trend of hardening confrontation. The statement may influence intra-coalition dynamics and public discourse ahead of elections.

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