Concern grows over right-wing extremism in Germany

The murder of CDU politician Walter Lübcke, as well as political violence across the spectrum, has brought the specter of right-wing extremism to the forefront of public debate in Germany. Host Sumi Somaskanda finds out more.

Show Notes

On this week’s episode of Studio Berlin, host Sumi Somaskanda discusses the murder case of CDU politician Walter Lübcke and how it has alarmed the public to right-wing extremism as well as political violence across the spectrum.

Sumi is joined by Till Eckert, journalist with CORRECTIV, criminal attorney Onur Özata and Tarik Abou-Chadi, assistant professor of political science at the University of Zurich.

This show was produced by Monika Müller-Kroll with production assistance from Arie Burshtein and Caleb Larson.

What is Studio Berlin?

"Studio Berlin" is KCRW Berlin's weekly current affairs show delving into recent events and how they affect people in Germany's capital and beyond. Once a week, hosts Sumi Somaskanda and Sylvia Cunningham talk to experts, journalists and policymakers to make sense of the news that matters.