Controversial struggle led by Ramelow against anthem and flag rejection, as spearheaded by Linnemann
In a recent development, Bodo Ramelow, Vice President of the Bundestag, has proposed a referendum on various aspects of Germany's political and cultural identity. Ramelow has suggested a referendum on enacting a new constitution, the black-red-gold national flag, and even a potential new anthem.
Ramelow's proposal comes as he expressed reservations about the current national flag, stating that a portion of the population finds it alienating. He also emphasized that he enthusiastically sings the third verse of the current anthem but knows many East Germans who can't. As an alternative, he proposed Bertolt Brecht's "Kinderhymne" as a pan-German anthem.
However, his proposal has faced opposition. CDU General Secretary Carsten Linnemann has rejected the idea, stating that the German national anthem and flag stand for democracy, fundamental rights, and the rule of law. Linnemann's stance is in line with Chancellor Merkel's view, as expressed in 2019, when she found the national anthem beautiful, both in music and text.
Ramelow's current proposal for a referendum on a new constitution is not directly linked to the national anthem or flag. In the past, he has made similar proposals, sparking a debate about the German national anthem, which was eventually rejected by then-Chancellor Angela Merkel in 2019.
It is important to note that the article does not provide any new information about the opinions of a portion of the population regarding the current German national flag or any alternative flag or anthem that Ramelow is proposing in conjunction with his current proposal for a referendum on a new constitution.
The debate surrounding Ramelow's proposals for a referendum on the national anthem and flag continues, with the CDU maintaining its stance against such a referendum. The future of Germany's political and cultural identity remains a topic of ongoing discussion and debate.
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