About the Neustadt bleibt bunt initiative
The initiative „Neustadt bleibt bunt“ is a non-partisan association of citizens and cultural and social associations from Neustadt and the surrounding area. It is committed to democracy, diversity and respectful social coexistence. The background to its commitment is the increasing appropriation of Hambacher Schloss by groups that reject or relativize basic democratic values. Time and again, Querdenker, supporters of conspiracy myths, right-wing nationalist and extreme right-wing groups as well as Reichsbürger use the historical symbol of the Hambach Fest of 1832 for anti-democratic stagings. These actors question democratic institutions, spread enemy stereotypes and contribute to a dangerous polarization of society. The initiative sees itself as a clear antithesis to such developments. „Neustadt bleibt bunt“ wants to help preserve Hambacher Schloss as a place of democratic tradition and as a symbol of freedom and civil rights. At the same time, the aim is to show that a broad majority of the population is firmly committed to the values of a free and democratic society. The initiative welcomes all people, organizations and associations who share this attitude and would like to get involved in a colourful, democratic Neustadt.
