Walter Lübcke

Walter Lübcke

politician Germany

Walter Lübcke was a German politician from the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) who became a symbol of the dangers of political extremism in Germany after he was murdered in 2019. His death followed years of online harassment and threats, raising significant concerns about hate speech and the safety of public figures in the digital age, leading to stricter laws against hate speech in Germany.

Born on Jun 22, 1953 (72 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
151,445
Power
7,229$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Luxembourg 6 7.33 0.57% +10% 625,978 3,938 $73,000 459$
Germany 2 7.00 0.18% +0% 83,783,942 147,507 $3,845,000 6,769$
Totals 8 84,409,920 151,445 $3,918,000 7,228$
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Recent Mentions

Germany Germany: Walter Lübcke was murdered on his terrace six and a half years ago, and for his family, he remains a husband, father, and grandfather they mourn. 7

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Walter Lübcke: Berechtigter Protest gegen Statue in Berlin - Meinung

Germany Germany: Walter Lübcke was a CDU politician who dedicated his career to helping refugees. 7

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Walter-Lübcke-Denkmal: Deutliche Kritik von Angehörigen - Kultur

United States United States: Walter Lübcke was a local government official who was murdered in 2019 for supporting pro-refugee policies. 7

CNN: German mayor reportedly stabbed as Merz condemns ‘heinous’ attack