The Mobilization of Resentment: Lars Rensmann on Antisemitism in the AfD
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Antisemitism in the AfD: An Evening about Resentment and Democracy
How do antisemitic interpretation patterns arise in the political present, and what role do they play in the extreme right? On October 29, 2026, Prof. Dr. Lars Rensmann will analyze the mobilization of resentment and its significance for political culture at the Former Synagogue Sulzbach.
Critical Examination of Political Ideologies
The lecture examines the connection between nationalism, conspiracy ideologies, and antisemitism. The focus is on how images of the enemy arise, how they are politically utilized, and how they challenge democratic societies. Rensmann focuses on the AfD and on authoritarian-nationalist ideas that are evident in parts of the party and its environment.
Antisemitic Interpretation Patterns and the AfD
Topics discussed will include hostility towards Israel, Holocaust relativization, antisemitic conspiracy thinking, and the construction of an allegedly corrupt globalized elite. The lecture scientifically contextualizes these patterns and shows how terms like world government or population exchange can connect to older antisemitic ideas.
Scientific Expertise for an Informed Discussion
Prof. Dr. Lars Rensmann is a professor of political science with a focus on comparative government at the University of Passau. He previously taught at the University of Groningen and led a research center there on democratic cultures and politics. He has been active as an expert in the German Bundestag several times and has researched antisemitism, right-wing extremism, political theory, and democracy for many years.
His research and publications combine political science analysis with historical contextualization. The event thus offers a focused framework for all who want to better understand political communication, democratic culture, and current manifestations of antisemitism.
A Special Venue
The Former Synagogue Sulzbach creates a remarkable setting for the lecture with its historic atmosphere. The ambiance underscores the significance of the topic and connects memory culture with current political educational work. The audience's mood thrives on attention, reflection, and shared interest in a factual discussion.
Conclusion: Political Education in a Historical Setting
Visitors can expect a demanding lecture with scientific contextualization and high social relevance. Those who want to understand the connections between antisemitism, conspiracy thinking, right-wing extremism, and democratic culture will experience a focused evening of political education in Sulzbach-Rosenberg.
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