Shortly before Christmas, a post by Elon Musk on his platform X caused controversy. According to him, only the AfD could prevent Germany's decline. In a text that the entrepreneur Musk made available to WELT AM SONNTAG, he tried to justify this statement. It is a text that calls for contradiction. Jan Philipp Burgard takes over this reply. This is what Elon Musk writes:

Germany is at a critical point - its future is teetering on the brink of economic and cultural collapse. As someone who has made significant investments in the German industrial and technological landscape, I believe that I have the right to speak openly about my political orientation. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is the last spark of hope for this country. Here are the reasons. Economic revival: The German economy, once the engine of Europe, is now drowning in bureaucracy and oppressive regulations. The AfD has understood that economic freedom is not only desirable, but necessary. Their approach to reducing government over-regulation, cutting taxes and deregulating the market reflects the principles that made Tesla and SpaceX successful. If Germany wants to regain its industrial strength, it needs a party that not only talks about growth but also takes policy action to create an environment where companies can thrive without heavy government intervention. Immigration and national identity: Germany has opened its borders to a very large number of migrants. While this was done with humanitarian intent, it has led to significant cultural and social tensions. The AfD advocates a controlled immigration policy that prioritizes integration and the preservation of German culture and security. This is not about xenophobia, but about ensuring that Germany does not lose its identity in the pursuit of globalization. A nation must preserve its core values ​​and cultural heritage to remain strong and united. Advertisement Energy and independence: The energy policy pursued by the current coalition is not only economically costly, but also geopolitically naive. Germany's decision to phase out nuclear power and instead rely heavily on coal and imported gas, as well as volatile wind and solar power, without the battery storage on the grid needed to ensure stability, has left the country vulnerable, especially in terms of power disruptions. The AfD takes a pragmatic approach to energy and advocates a balanced approach. I hope they consider expanding safe nuclear power combined with battery storage to cushion large swings in electricity use, because that is the obvious solution. Political realism: The traditional parties have failed in Germany. Their policies have led to economic stagnation, social unrest and an erosion of national identity. The AfD, despite being labelled as far-right, represents a political realism that resonates with many Germans who feel their concerns are ignored by the establishment. It addresses the problems of the moment - without the political correctness that often obscures the truth. The portrayal of the AfD as far-right is clearly false, considering that Alice Weidel, the party's leader, has a same-sex partner from Sri Lanka! Does that sound like Hitler to you? Come on! Innovation and the future: I have built companies on the principle that innovation requires liberation from unnecessary constraints. The AfD's vision is consistent with this ethos. It advocates for educational reforms that encourage critical thinking instead of indoctrination and supports the technology industries that represent the future of global economic leadership. To those who condemn the AfD as extremist, I say: don't be fooled by the label attached to it. Look at its policies, economic plans and efforts to preserve culture. Germany needs a party that is not afraid to challenge the status quo, that is not stuck in the politics of the past. The AfD can save Germany from becoming a shadow of its former self. It can lead the country into a future in which economic prosperity, cultural integrity and technological innovation are not just dreams but reality. Germany has become too comfortable with mediocrity – it is time for bold change and the AfD is the only party that opens up this path. This is what Jan Philipp Burgard writes:

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