Cardinal Marx denounces lack of humanity in migration policy

Cardinal Marx denounces lack of humanity in migration policy

München, Deutschland - Munich, 07.03.2025 - Cardinal Reinhard Marx has urgently emphasized political responsibility in Germany and has moved the dignity of man at the center of migration policy. In his Fasten-Hirten word published on Friday, the Munich archbishop demands a policy that is not only human, but also reasonable. He speaks for a "real welcome culture" and emphasizes: "There are no breeds, there are only people with the same dignity!" Especially in the context of current challenges such as hunger, climate catastrophes and persecution, people who come to Germany must be received positively instead of being perceived as a threat, said Marx. This represents an essential prerequisite for a future-oriented society, as reports.

Marx expressly criticizes the border controls and rejections of asylum seekers that are intended by political parties, especially the Union. In his opinion, it is not only unchristian, but also unreasonable to reject people who flee from persecution and need at our limits. In addition, he warns a determined commitment and asks the Christians to work for a policy that aims at equality for everyone, as well as