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Our life stories couldn't be more different. @justusgeilhufe knows the dictatorship of East Germany through his background. I know the dictatorship in Iraq. He's a pastor, I'm a Muslim. And yet, we arrive at the same conviction: Anyone who has experienced what fear, oppression, and a lack of freedom mean knows that democracy isn't a given. It thrives on our protecting it, defending it, and filling it with life every day. 🎥 That's exactly what we talked about. The conversation moved me—perhaps it will move you too. #Saxony #Religion #BridgeBuilders

[🎥] For five months, an MDR camera crew followed me – in the Bundestag, in my constituency, and at numerous appointments in between. The result is the documentary "The Power of Mandates – East German Voices in the Bundestag." It shows what parliamentary work is really like: the decisions made behind the scenes, how political compromises are forged, and how I try to represent the concerns of the people from my constituency in Berlin. Politics is rarely as simple as it seems from the outside. That's why I think it's so important to provide an honest glimpse into everyday political life – with all its challenges, successes, and limitations. I hope you'll tune in and see for yourselves. 📺 Available from July 8th in the ARD Mediathek and on July 8th at 8:45 pm on MDR television. #politics #greens #mdr #dresden #saxony

🌊 Last weekend I went to Sassnitz for the East Congress of the Green Party (@die_gruenen). Under the title "Society of Fears: How Can We Trust Each Other More?", we discussed how trust develops – and why encounters are the best antidote to fear and prejudice. 💚 I shared that as a child I experienced what existential fear means: war, fleeing, and leaving everything behind. This makes it all the more troubling for me that we increasingly talk about each other instead of with each other. Fear often grows where experience and encounter are lacking. As a child, I often felt like I had to choose: Am I Kurdish? Muslim? Saxon? Today I know: I am all of those things at once. This diversity is not a weakness, but my story. And I have witnessed how people – a sports teacher, neighbors, or a soccer club – can give trust and thereby shape a life. ⚽🤝 Especially in times when crises dominate everyday life, we need more than just descriptions of problems. Politics must show that people are part of the solution. Hope arises where solidarity becomes visible – in volunteer work, in neighborhoods, in schools, clubs, and businesses. We need to tell these stories much more often. The following day, I had the opportunity to accompany the State Council in the Presidium. Together, we gave our lead candidates in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Saxony-Anhalt our full support. 💪🌻 Because strong Green voices are needed right now: for confidence, solidarity, and a policy that unites people instead of dividing them. #EastGermany Photos: Nils Leon Brauer

I spoke with Deutschlandfunk about Deniz Undav and Kurdish identity. 👆👆👆 #kurdistan #herbiji #denizundav #germany #undav

Who will score the goals for Germany tonight? 🤔🇩🇪 #denizundav #worldcup #wm #germany

What role do faith and religion play in the fight against racism and for social cohesion—especially in East Germany? I'm really looking forward to my next Twitch guest, @justusgeilhufe. He's a theologian and pastor in the beautiful town of Freiberg in Saxony—and also an influencer. Join us and ask your questions! 📅 June 24th at 4:30 PM 🎮 Link in bio #justusgeilhufe #church #religion #saxony #eastgermany

"Islam belongs to Germany." Yet, it is precisely in the areas where the fewest Muslims live that they are often the subject of the loudest debate. 🙏🏽 The political night prayer service in the church focused on Muslim life in Saxony. I shared my own journey: from fleeing Iraq, growing up in the Vogtland region, playing football in Plauen, talking about the people who gave me opportunities, and about my faith, which continues to shape my understanding of humanity. 🤝 Muslim life in Saxony is primarily about everyday life: family, work, school, clubs, and community. It's worthwhile to take a closer look, listen, and engage in dialogue. Because what unites us is usually greater than what divides us. Thank you for the invitation, the open questions, and the valuable discussion. #Saxony #MuslimLife #Church

You've sent me many emails, letters, and messages with questions about the federal government's healthcare reform. Many are wondering: Will my health insurance become even more expensive as a result of the reform? Here's my assessment. 👆 #healthcare #politics #healthinsurance #doctor #greens

Football should be apolitical. But it isn't… #worldcup #herbiji #undav #wm #germany