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‘Black metal’ musician elected to Greek Parliament with anti-immigrant political party

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Giorgos Germenis was one of 21 members of the Golden Dawn party, often associated with neo-Nazis and fascism, elected to the Greek Parliament. He’s a member of a black metal band — a type of music associated with dark, violent themes and satanism. He’s not your typical politician.

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Video: Black Metal Bassist Elected to Greek Parliament

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