On October 19, 2025, a public debate on the topic “Compassion or Justice?” was held at Forum Factory.

Over three rounds, the speakers discussed issues relevant to modern Germany—social benefits, bureaucracy, and migration.

The debate drew more than 200 spectators, who did not remain on the sidelines: they posed 161 questions to the speakers, actively participating in the discussion.

After each round, the audience voted for the participant whose arguments they found most convincing.

This gave rise to a true intellectual show, combining discussion, analysis, and raw emotion.

We thank everyone who was part of this evening!

Debate Topics
Immigration: Challenges and Solutions
Too much government! Why it should (or shouldn't) be scaled back
Wealth redistribution—are we eliminating inequality or breeding parasites?
Speakers
  • Alex Yusupov
    Political analyst and co-host of the podcast “The Chancellor and Berghain”
  • Asya Vishnevskaya-Mann
    Political scientist and analyst

Moderator: Dima Vachedin (Editor-in-Chief of GENAU, co-host of the podcast “The Chancellor and Berghain”)

HOW IT WAS
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