Henryk Broder

Journalist and author focusing on culture

Henryk Broder - Journalist and author focusing on culture
Born

August 20th, 1946
79 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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A Polish-German journalist and author, focused on cultural and social issues, published extensively in German media. Defined perspectives on the challenges facing Europe through commentary and essays. The writing often centered on controversial topics, particularly relating to Jewish identity and anti-Semitism. Worked with various publications, contributing significant insights into political discourse.

Authored 'Hurra, wir kapitulieren!'

Contributed to 'Die Welt' and 'Focus'

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