The planned performance of the Austrian band Der Blutharsch is causing quite a stir. When the Israeli organization Anti-Defamation League (ADL), which is dedicated to fighting anti-Semitism, got wind of the plans, strong words were spoken. "This concert shocks us deeply and we believe it should be canceled because many Holocaust survivors live in Israel." The Minister for Diaspora Affairs Nathan Sharansky is now trying to obtain a travel ban for the musicians. However, many tickets for the event have already been sold.
Der Blutharsch has since distanced themselves in writing from the accusations of anti-Semitism. The use of fascist symbols, criticized by the ADL, is intended solely for artistic provocation. They see themselves as apolitical. The fact that an apolitical stance can also imply tolerance towards right-wing ideology is described by the site Turn it down!.
Der Blutharsch has since distanced themselves in writing from the accusations of anti-Semitism. The use of fascist symbols, criticized by the ADL, is intended solely for artistic provocation. They see themselves as apolitical. The fact that an apolitical stance can also imply tolerance towards right-wing ideology is described by the site Turn it down!.
