https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/close-to-power-german-far-right-takes-aim-at-theaters-and-artsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/close-to-power-german-far-right-takes-aim-at-theaters-and-artshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/close-to-power-german-far-right-takes-aim-at-theaters-and-arts#u77021Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:15:09 +0000The German far right is expanding its focus to target theaters and the arts as the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party gains political power. While the AfD has surged in popularity and seeks to apply a governing strategy similar to that of Donald Trump, the party continues to reject the compromises typically required to govern. This shift indicates a broader effort by the far right to influence cultural institutions alongside its pursuit of legislative control.Why it mattersThe AfD's rise is linked to a systemic crisis and specific regional grievances, including opposition to wind turbine