Germany rebuked Secretary of State Marco Rubio for criticizing the classification of the far-right political party Alternative for Germany as a 'proven right-wing extremist organization.' Rubio called the move 'tyranny in disguise,' while Germany defended it as democracy. The party promotes anti-immigrant sentiments and traditional family values, despite some members having controversial statements in the past.
Key Points
Germany classified AfD as a 'proven right-wing extremist organization'
Rubio criticized the move as 'tyranny in disguise'
AfD promotes anti-immigrant sentiments and traditional family values
Pros
Germany takes a strong stance against right-wing extremism
Protecting democracy and upholding the rule of law
Cons
Controversial statements and actions by members of the Alternative for Germany party