Rudi Dutschke

Rudi Dutschke

politician Germany

Rudi Dutschke was a prominent German student leader and political activist during the 1960s, known for his role in the student movement that challenged the political establishment of West Germany. As a spokesperson for leftist ideologies, he advocated for social change and was a key figure in the protests against the Vietnam War, promoting ideas of democratic socialism and participatory democracy. Dutschke's activism made him a target of right-wing violence, culminating in an assassination attempt in 1968 that left him severely injured. He continued to influence leftist politics until his death in 1979, and his legacy remains significant in discussions of activism and political resistance in Germany.

Born on Mar 07, 1940 (85 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
51,433
Power
2,360$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Germany 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 83,783,942 51,433 $3,845,000 2,360$
Totals 1 83,783,942 51,433 $3,845,000 2,360$
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Germany Germany: Rudi Dutschke was a leader of the West German student movement in the 1960s, represented by Horst Mahler as a lawyer. 7

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Rechtsextremist Horst Mahler im Alter von 89 Jahren gestorben - Politik