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AfD Member Faces Backlash for Moscow Professorship
An AfD member of the Bundestag faces potential removal from his position after accepting an honorary professorship at a Moscow music academy. The move has sparked controversy within his party.
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AfdAfd Parliamentary GroupGnessin-Musikhochschule
Matthias MoosdorfBernd Baumann
- Why is Moosdorf's position in the AfD under threat?
- The AfD parliamentary group is considering removing Moosdorf as its foreign policy spokesperson due to concerns about his connection to a Russian institution. A majority in the foreign policy working group has voted for his removal, but a two-thirds majority in the full group is needed for a formal dismissal.
- What position does Matthias Moosdorf hold in the AfD?
- Matthias Moosdorf, an AfD member of the Bundestag, accepted an honorary professorship at a renowned Moscow music academy. This has caused controversy and may lead to his removal as the foreign policy spokesperson for the AfD parliamentary group.
- How does the AfD leadership view Moosdorf's appointment?
- The AfD leadership views Moosdorf's connection to the Moscow music academy as problematic because of its political implications, unlike a typical foreign professorship. This differs from other foreign professorships due to the perception of political ties.
- What are the potential consequences of Moosdorf's actions?
- While Moosdorf claims his professorship is purely musical and a gesture of understanding, his actions have raised questions regarding potential conflicts of interest and political allegiances in the current geopolitical climate.
- What is Moosdorf's justification for accepting the professorship?
- Moosdorf himself stated that accepting the position was a gesture of understanding and that music transcends political boundaries. He also said he would not be traveling to Moscow during the upcoming election campaign due to time constraints and that no formal contract or payment was involved.