- Germany might benefit from having an analogue of Donald Trump.
Singer Heino (85, known for his song "Schwarzbraun ist die Haselnuß"), as per Bild's report, wants a German politician akin to ex-US President Donald Trump. Heino stated, Bild reported on Wednesday, "Germany needs a Trump-like figure who finally sweeps our country clean and pays no heed to his opponents' opinions." He added, "Someone with a loud voice who stays firm and prioritizes their country's and its citizens' welfare." Trump is running again for the Republican nomination in the US presidential election on November 5.
Heino expressed, according to Bild's report, that many share similar views but are too afraid to speak out. "People are terrified of social exclusion," Bild quoted him further. "I, being 85, don't care. I stand by my beliefs. I don't wish for our beautiful country to sink."
Regarding the ongoing debate on immigration and deportations, Bild quoted Heino saying, "It's unacceptable to stroll the streets in Germany fearing attack." He emphasized, "We must address the issue of criminal migrants. Mass deportations are necessary. Anyone committing violence here doesn't belong here and must leave."
Heino's career has been marked by controversies. For instance, he recorded all three verses of the German national anthem at the behest of ex-Baden-Württemberg Minister President and former Nazi judge Hans Filbinger (CDU) in the 70s, which was intended as an educational tool. Heino defended his action. In the early 80s, he faced criticism for performing in South Africa during the UN embargo during the apartheid era.
Heino refused to be silenced when his "German song evening" was criticized as "tame" in his hometown of Düsseldorf. After a word from the mayor, Heino was allowed to promote his concert as planned.
The debate on immigration and deportations has intensified in Germany due to several violent incidents. In Solingen, an alleged Islamist stabbed three people to death and injured eight more at a city festival in August. A 26-year-old Syrian is in custody for the crime.
Crime statistics nationwide recorded 214,099 instances of violent crime in 2021, an increase of 8.6% since 2022. Violent crimes include murder, manslaughter, rape, sexual coercion, robbery, and bodily harm. In the pre-Corona year 2019, the crime statistics recorded a total of 181,054 instances of violent crime in Germany.
Heino, in his views, mentioned that some individuals in Germany share his sentiments but are apprehensive due to fear of social exclusion, as stated in the article from Bild. Despite being 85, Heino expressed his strong belief in needing a figure akin to former US President Donald Trump in Germany, who would prioritize the country's welfare and not hesitate in facing opposition.
In reference to the debate on immigration and deportations, Heino, as reported by Bild, highlighted the necessity of addressing criminal migrants in Germany and called for mass deportations of anyone causing violence, asserting that they do not belong in the country.
