CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2024
| Author | Kononova, Anastasiia |
|---|---|
| Title | Populist Far Right and Radical Movements: Analysing the AfD and Generation Identity's Shared Narratives on (Re)migration |
| Summary | This thesis examines the interplay between the radical far-right movement Generation Identity (GI) and the populist political party Alternative for Germany (AfD), focusing on how scandals, such as the Potsdam meeting, have influenced their discourse and public perception. Utilizing discourse analysis, content analysis, and comparative methods, this research explores the evolution of the concept of "remigration" within both groups' narratives. The study highlights how the AfD, traditionally seen as a populist party, has gradually radicalized its stance on immigration, aligning closer with GI’s extreme views. Additionally, it investigates the impact of the Potsdam scandal on the normalization of remigration discourse in the broader public debate. The research underscores the strategic use of legal and humanitarian rhetoric by the AfD to justify its policies while maintaining a facade of legitimacy. The findings suggest that the scandal has not only failed to harm the AfD's reputation significantly but has also provided a platform to further disseminate their remigration agenda. Furthermore, the research reveals that for identitarians, connections with a mainstream party like AfD are crucial for sustaining and thriving, as these links provide legitimacy and a broader platform for their radical ideas. |
| Supervisor | Pogonyi, Szabolcs; Rybak Jan |
| Department | Nationalism Studies MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2024/kononova_anastasiia.pdf |
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