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The AfD election victory in Saxony-Anhalt has led to concern from Queere Diversity (LSDV+), which warns that already won human rights for LGBTIAQ* are actively threatened.
According to the Queer Diversity Association (LSDV+), the AfD election victory in Saxony-Anhalt threatens to worsen the already difficult situation of queer people and other marginalized groups. “Our hard-won human rights for LGBTIAQ* are already not only constantly being questioned, but also actively threatened,” said Alva Träbert from the federal board of the association based in Berlin.
The appointment of the Prime Minister is still open, but according to the association, people from Saxony-Anhalt are already reporting a clearly noticeable change in the social climate. “Inhumane positions have not only become more conceivable, they have also long been openly and blatantly supported,” said Träbert.
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The state government of Saxony-Anhalt will take restrictive measures against queer people with the participation of the AfD.
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