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In the run-up to the European elections in early June 2024, the European Alliance of Academies calls on people to vote for the freedom of the arts and for a democratic Europe.
The European Alliance of Academies
The Society of Arts is part of the European Alliance of Academies. Together with other academies of the arts in Europe, they stand for the freedom of the arts and support each other when necessary.
In solidarity with the alliance, the Society of Arts shares the statement below:
Vote for a democratic Europe
Europe has never been in greater danger of being deprived of its achievements and democratic values as it is now. Or, in other words: Never before in the three decades since the foundation of the European Union have its citizens been more called upon to go to the polls than for the upcoming elections to the European Parliament between 6 and 9 June 2024.
While Europe is going through challenging times, right-wing populists are gaining a growing impact on our societies – with fatal consequences for the freedom of expression in the media, in the political and the public debate, in the arts and culture. Each of us is affected.
The hateful discourse delivered by far-right parties erects walls instead of building bridges. Diversity, respect and solidarity are the core elements of lively democracies. The European Alliance of Academies appeals to the citizens of Europe to assume their responsibility in protecting these values by exercising their right to vote.
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