Half a year ago they wanted to be labeled as “opponents of compulsory vaccination”. Even “opponents of vaccination” seemed too harsh to them, let alone “pandemic deniers”. They felt that they had been completely misunderstood… Meanwhile, some describe themselves as “clear thinkers” when they parade through downtown Munich or through the districts Wednesday after Wednesday with a drum roll. – Oh, they still exist, is often asked in astonishment who reports on this Munich scene and its marches.
Yes, they still exist: with car parades and small events in front of a maximum of ten people, with so-called vigils and Wednesday parades, in which 700 to 1000 people take part. Even their spokespersons admit that in a city with a population of more than a million, that’s not much for a group that claims to be “Democratic Resistance.” But resistance to what? The organizers now almost don’t care, as long as it fits into the worldview shaped by conspiracy ideology – and brings new supporters.
Anyone who follows the performances and even more so the accompanying publications, especially in the messenger service Telegram, will quickly recognize that the range of topics is currently being massively expanded. There is now agitating not only against any form of state protection against infection, but also against sanctions against Russia. Against support of Ukraine. Against stopping Nord Stream 2. Against international organizations. And above all against doctors, police officers, the media, politicians… Desert Insults, insults, agitation are stylistic devices. Anyone observing the scene now, in summer in Munich, will get an idea of why constitutional protection officials are worried about a hot autumn. (SZ Plus)
THE DAY IN MUNICH
Monkeypox: This is the situation in Munich A total of 160 cases have been reported in the city so far. Most of the patients have a mild course, reports an infectiologist at the Klinikum Rechts der Isar. Only high-risk groups are currently being vaccinated.
Young people want to use violence to free murder suspects When a 16-year-old was arrested, who is said to have stabbed a young man from Coburg at the weekend, there were riots in the trade fair city of Riem. 20 people attacked the police, also with pepper spray.
Let’s see what’s free Whether Oberschleißheim, Königsplatz or Olympiapark: At the start of the European Championships, the paying spectators are still holding back – some find the ticket prices too high. (SZ Plus)
Women should also be allowed to swim topless in Munich The green-red city government is campaigning for everyone in the pools to be allowed into the water without a shirt in the future.
Social housing instead of more expensive Villas The green-red town hall coalition is appealing to the Free State to cede its properties in Hartmannshofen to the city at a reduced price and not to sell them against a highest bid.
What is the wind power potential in the city? Small wind turbines on house roofs are rarely profitable: This is the conclusion of a new study by the city of Munich. With high-rise buildings, however, the situation is different.
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