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  "description": "A provocative projection on Tesla’s Berlin Gigafactory depicted Elon Musk performing a Nazi-style salute, accompanied by the text “H*IL TESLA” in Tesla’s iconic font. This striking act was orchestrated by the British activist art collective Led By Donkeys, known for their sharp political art and Zentrum für Politische Schönheit.\n\nThe projection targeted Musk’s controversial gesture during Donald Trump’s inauguration, which has been widely criticized for evoking fascist imagery. […]",
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  "publishedAt": "2025-01-23T11:04:28.000Z",
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  "tags": [
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    "berlin",
    "billionaireCriticism",
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    "elonMusk",
    "germany",
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    "**Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties**"
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  "textContent": "## A provocative projection on Tesla’s Berlin Gigafactory depicted Elon Musk performing a Nazi-style salute, accompanied by the text “H*IL TESLA” in Tesla’s iconic font. This striking act was orchestrated by the British activist art collective **Led By Donkeys** , known for their sharp political art and **Zentrum für Politische Schönheit**.\n\nThe projection targeted Musk’s controversial gesture during Donald Trump’s inauguration, which has been widely criticized for evoking fascist imagery. By placing this statement in Germany—a country with strict anti-Nazi laws and a profound historical context—Led By Donkeys amplified the gravity of their message, challenging the unchecked influence of billionaires and the normalization of extremist symbols.\n\nLed By Donkeys has a history of **using public spaces to hold powerful figures accountable** , and this projection is no exception. It underscores the role of activist art in sparking critical conversations about leadership, ethics, and the societal impact of those in positions of great influence.\n\nFollow Led By Donkeys on **Instagram** to see more of them!\n\nMore: **Elon Mask: Street Art Takes Aim at Musk’s Controversial Salute and Far-Right Ties**\n\n* * *\n\n## See the video that explains more here!:\n\n* * *\n\n* * *\n\n## What do you think about activists like Led By Donkeys?",
  "title": "Why Led By Donkeys Targeted Elon Musk with projection on Tesla Factory in Berlin",
  "updatedAt": "2026-03-08T14:58:51.000Z"
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