The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: Alice Weidel’s alternative plan for Germany
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Dec 21, 2023 
Alice Weidel, co-leader of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party and an economist, discusses her party's controversial rise in German politics amid scrutiny. She addresses immigration policies and the implications of the AfD's growing influence ahead of upcoming elections. Shashank Joshi, defense editor at The Economist, shares insights on innovative missile technology that could reshape American military strategies. The conversation also dips into lighter topics, like cultural reflections on vehicles and amusing quirks from 2023.
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Weidel's Paradox
- Weidel presents a paradoxical figure: a gay woman raising two sons with a liberal partner.
- This contrasts with her party's male-dominated, right-wing image.
Weidel's Blame Game
- Weidel blames Germany's problems on immigration, especially by Muslims, citing crime and poor education.
- She claims Angela Merkel's refugee policy opened a corridor to destroy the country.
Debunking Weidel's Claims
- Crime in Germany dropped after the 2016 refugee influx.
- Germany's educational challenges likely stem from systemic issues rather than immigrant students.