The Nazis drove Bauhaus out of town. Now the far right is waging another war against the movement

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is threatening the legacy of Bauhaus, a pioneering design movement that originated in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany a century ago. This comes as a local election is set to take place in the region, where AfD has promised a "patriotic culture policy" if it wins. The party's stance against Bauhaus is a worrying sign of a growing cultural divide in Germany, which could have implications for the country's artistic and cultural institutions.

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The far right is trying to change the cultural landscape of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. This could lead to a shift in the region's values and priorities, affecting its cultural identity.

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