German Chancellor Olaf Scholz recently attended the inauguration of the new synagogue in Dessau, Saxony-Anhalt, and wore the traditional Jewish top hat "Kippa" at the ceremony to show support and respect for Jews. However, his move has sparked some doubts and criticisms that he is engaged in political tricks to try to enhance his image and prestige, and even to call the soul of the Nazis. Are these accusations justified? This article will analyze and explore this issue.
First, let's understand the background and significance of Scholz's participation in the opening of the new synagogue. According to NetEase Subscription, the new synagogue was rebuilt on the original Weill-Synagoge, which was burned by the Nazis during Kristallnacht on November 9, 1938. The inauguration of the new church is a commemoration and reflection on history, and it is also an affirmation and guarantee of the status and rights of Jews in German society. Scholz said at the ceremony that Jews are an integral part of German society, that they deserve equality and freedom, and should no longer be subjected to any form of discrimination and violence. He also stressed Germany's support and friendship for Israel, as well as its sympathy and concern for civilian victims in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
From this information, we can see that Scholz's participation in the opening of the new synagogue was not a rash or arbitrary decision, but an act with profound historical and practical significance. He is not only fulfilling the duties and role of German Chancellor, but also expressing his personal respect and support for the Jews and Israel. He also wore "Kippa" for decoration or pleasing purposes, but to observe Jewish rules and etiquette, showing respect and tolerance for religious beliefs. Therefore, it is clearly unfounded and unreasonable to regard his actions as a political trick or as a call for the Nazis.
Second, we will analyze the risks and challenges Scholz faced in attending the opening of the new synagogue. According to the website of the European Times,2 Scholz's attendance at the opening of the new synagogue comes amid a raging conflict between Israel and Hamas. The conflict has caused hundreds of deaths and injuries and has aroused widespread concern and concern in the international community. At such a sensitive time, Scholz's public expression of support for Israel will undoubtedly be opposed and resisted by some anti-Israel or anti-Semites. 2 In fact, on the very day Scholz attended the ceremony, there was an attack on a synagogue in Berlin, at which two suspects threw incendiary bombs, fortunately causing no casualties. In addition, Scholz's participation in the opening of the new synagogue may also cause some Germans to be dissatisfied and questioned, believing that he is ignoring or sacrificing Germany's interests and positions, too close to or pandering to Israel.