Voting Processes - Thousands gather in Hanover to commemorate Europe's cultural variety.
Join the celebration, then take action: Right before the European election, thousands flocked to Opera Square in Hanover to embrace diversity. Estimated at approximately 24,000 attendees, the "Fest für Europa" was put together by the state government, the city, and the Hanover region, with over 40 organizations, associations, and initiatives for Europe showcasing their support. The festivities were jam-packed with music, dancing, interactive activities, stage performances, and discussions.
"Through this festival, we could display once more that Europe is not just an abstract concept miles away but an integral part of our lives in Lower Saxony," expressed SPD's European Minister, Wiebke Osigus.
During the celebration, participants from the various institutions endorsed the "Hanover Declaration for a Diverse and Democratic Europe" by signing it. The European Minister, the region's president, the Hanover mayor, and the Metropolitan Region's management team urged voters to make their voices heard in the European election on June 9, which would act as a "powerful statement" for a democratic and diverse Europe.
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- Despite the upcoming European elections on June 9, the excitement in Opera Square did not wane, with attendees vowing to ensure their voices were "fixed" in the voting process.
- On a sunny Sunday in Hanover, the "Fest für Europa" continued to celebrate Europe's cultural diversity, reinforcing its significance in Lower Saxony and beyond.
- The European elections in June presented an opportunity to promote a diverse and democratic Europe, a cause championed by Wiebke Osigus, the SPD's European Minister, who was present at the Hanover festivities.
- As part of the "Fest für Europa," a variety of European organizations, associations, and initiatives from all across Europe gathered in Hanover's Opera Square, showcasing the rich tapestry of European cultures and ideals.
