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Götz Kubitschek, born on August 17, 1970, is a German publisher, journalist, and far-right political activist renowned for his role in promoting ethnocentric and identitarian ideologies within the Neue Rechte (New Right) movement in Germany. Emerging from the staff of the right-wing newspaper Junge Freiheit, Kubitschek co-founded the Institut für Staatspolitik, a think tank dedicated to advancing New Right intellectual frameworks. In 2002, he established the publishing house Antaios in Schnaittenbach, Bavaria, which has become a central hub for disseminating far-right literature, including works by authors associated with nationalism and cultural conservatism. Since 2003, he has served as the chief editor of the journal Sezession, a quarterly publication espousing ethno-nationalist perspectives, and maintains the online platform Sezession im Netz, further amplifying these views through blogging and commentary. His activities have positioned him as one of the most influential figures in contemporary German far-right circles, with ties to the Identitarian movement and professional collaborations, such as with Lutz Bachmann of the anti-Islam PEGIDA initiative. His advocacy for 'remigration' policies and criticism of multiculturalism have sparked widespread controversy, leading to accusations of racism, xenophobia, and promotion of extremist ideologies. German authorities, including the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, have monitored Kubitschek and his organizations for potential right-wing extremism since at least the mid-2010s. He has faced legal scrutiny, including investigations into hate speech and incitement, though no major convictions are documented as of the latest available information. Despite this, Kubitschek remains active, influencing networks within the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party and broader conservative-nationalist spheres.