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Olaf Scholz warns against social media influence in Germany’s upcoming election

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Olaf Scholz warns against social media influence in Germany’s upcoming election

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  • Chancellor Olaf Scholz cautioned voters not to let the “owners of social media channels” dictate Germany's future as the nation approaches next month's snap election.
  • He specifically referred to Elon Musk's endorsements of the far-right AfD party, urging a collective resistance against external manipulation.
  • Scholz highlighted the need for reasonable discourse in politics, stating that extreme opinions often attract undue attention.
  • Recent social media disinformation, particularly after the Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, has raised concerns about its potential impact on the election.
  • Scholz's comments come amidst widespread criticism of Musk's interventions in German politics, with party leaders expressing concerns over foreign influence on their democratic processes.

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