The shadow of the AfD hangs over German democracy – but I still have faith in my adopted country | John Kampfner

As I celebrate five years of citizenship, the far right is poised to take control in Saxony-Anhalt. Courage is needed to defeat itTwo events take place in coming days that will affect my relationship with Germany. One, which will be spla…

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