Tag #Civil Society

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1700 Scientists Condemn German Union's Inquiry into NGO Funding

Over 1700 German scientists publicly criticized a CDU/CSU parliamentary inquiry scrutinizing the funding of civil society organizations, denouncing it as promoting a 'deep state' narrative and threatening democratic discourse; the inquiry, spanning 30 pages and 500 questions, targets politically act...

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CDU/CSU Inquiry into NGOs Sparks Controversy Over State Funding and Political Neutrality

Following mass protests against their stricter migration policies passed with the AfD, the CDU/CSU launched a parliamentary inquiry into 17 NGOs involved, questioning their political neutrality and state funding, sparking controversy and impacting coalition talks.

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German CDU/CSU Inquiry Targets Funding of NGOs, Sparks Civil Society Concerns

The CDU/CSU parliamentary group in Germany's Bundestag submitted a 551-question inquiry to the federal government investigating the political neutrality and funding of various NGOs, including those involved in antifascist protests, sparking criticism of a potential attack on civil society.

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Berlin's Budget Cuts Spark Protests Over Social Program Funding

Berlin's €3 billion budget cut for 2025, impacting education and social programs, has triggered protests from unions and civil groups who warn of damage to civil society and democracy. Legal challenges are underway, and while the SPD suggests mitigation, affected organizations lack clarity and trust...

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Former Soviet Bloc Governments Crack Down on USAID

Governments across the former Soviet bloc are targeting USAID, demanding recipient data, threatening employees, and restricting civil society, citing concerns about foreign influence and political interference, following statements by Elon Musk.

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Massive Munich Demo Underscores Unity Against Far-Right Rise

Munich held a large demonstration against the AfD, drawing an unexpectedly large and diverse crowd, exceeding expectations and highlighting concerns about political polarization and the rise of the far-right. Mayor Reiter, though absent, praised the event; participants emphasized unity and combating...

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German Union Party Questions Funding of 17 Organizations After Anti-Government Protests

The German Union party launched a "small inquiry" into 17 organizations, questioning their funding and political activities after protests against the CDU, raising concerns about government efforts to influence NGOs.

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German CDU/CSU Faces Backlash Over NGO Funding Inquiry After Migration Policy Vote

Following a controversial vote on stricter migration policies with the far-right AfD, the CDU/CSU in Germany faces mass protests from numerous NGOs, some state-funded. The CDU/CSU launched a parliamentary inquiry targeting 17 NGOs, questioning their political neutrality and threatening funding cuts.

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Union Party Questions Funding of Anti-Extremism Groups

The Union party in Germany submitted a 551-question inquiry targeting civil society organizations involved in anti-right-wing extremism protests, questioning their political neutrality and funding after collaborating with the AfD on a controversial anti-immigration motion.

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German CDU/CSU Investigates NGOs After Anti-Government Protests

Following a Bundestag vote where the AfD supported a CDU/CSU migration bill, the CDU/CSU launched an inquiry into 551 NGOs, questioning their funding and political ties, prompting accusations of intimidation and authoritarian tactics.

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USAID's Closure in Kazakhstan Sparks Debate Over Foreign Funding and LGBTQ+ Issues

After 33 years in Kazakhstan, the USAID office in Almaty closed following a parliamentary inquiry questioning a $2 million grant to a European LGBTQ+ association. A subsequent fake video report falsely accusing USAID of funding opposition groups fueled concerns and calls for stricter regulations on ...

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Bulgarian Civil Society Under Threat from Unlikely Alliance

In Bulgaria, the pro-Putin Vazrazhdane party and the DPS party, which portrays itself as anti-Putin, are jointly working to destroy civil society using legal and investigative tools, similar to Russia's methods against George Soros and his foundations.

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