Shocking allegations: CDU politicians have to go because of sexual harassment!

Shocking allegations: CDU politicians have to go because of sexual harassment!

Sachsen-Anhalt, Deutschland - The debate about sexual harassment in political space is currently picking up speed again. Against the background of serious allegations against a CDU MP in Saxony-Anhalt, Markus Kurz, leading politicians demand extensive consequences and a rapid clarification of the incidents. So the left-wing faction leader Eva expressed herself from Angern and described the behavior as "disgusting and unacceptable". The SPD parliamentary group leader Katja Pähle also calls for a thorough investigation, while the Green Group leader Cornelia Lüddemann emphasizes that sexual harassment is always traumatizing and that corresponding consequences have to result. Robert Richter from the FDP also warns a clearer procedure and criticizes the widespread trivialization of such incidents. These developments were made by mdr in detail.

Special explosiveness receives the situation from an incident in the European Parliament. Sophie Lehnert, an intern, has reported that she was the victim of sexual assault by the assistant of a German MP. The attack occurred after a celebration when the two were alone. Lehnert describes this incident as a serious withdrawal of its dignity. This event refers to a further common problem in the EU Parliament, where, according to a survey by the Metoo EP initiative, almost 50% of the bullying and 15% sexual harassment at work have experienced. At the same time, reports on abuse of power and the failure of institutional structures persist. corrective has in his research over eleven cases sexual assault and other cases Mental harassment reports in the context of the EU Parliament.

the reality in the workplace

An even broader context becomes clear through a Europe -wide survey on work quality. In the survey of Destatis in the last 12 months were affected by mobbing, chicane or violence. It is particularly worrying that 5% of 16 to 24 year olds reported on such forms of harassment. These figures illustrate how widespread the problem of harassment at the workplace is, regardless of the industry or the political environment.

nuisance not only accept psychological dimensions, they also influence the general well -being and the performance of those affected. Special attention should be paid to the insufficient reporting structures, which often cause a feeling of helplessness among those affected. According to experts, the number of sexual harassment could be significantly higher, since many women hesitate to report incidents out of fear of negative consequences. These social challenges that run through all hierarchies make it clear that there is a need for action.

Overall, the latest developments illustrate both in Saxony-Anhalt and at European level that the urgent need for clear positioning against sexual harassment and bullying has become a real challenge not only at work, but also in the political institutions. The current discussions will shape the next few days and aim to create a safe and respectful work environment for everyone.