German Anti-Islamist Protests Draw 17,000

The transcript discusses the growing protests in Germany against the Islamification of the West, led by the group Pegida. The protests have seen increasing numbers, sparking debates about their motives. Germany is facing a significant influx of refugees, with numbers expected to rise to 200,000, impacting budgets and policies. Chancellor Merkel has expressed her stance against the protests but acknowledges the right to demonstrate. Her government is considering changes to asylum laws to better manage refugee intake. The political landscape is shifting, with the Alternative for Deutschland gaining traction, similar to the UK's UKIP.

What is the expected number of refugees in Germany this year compared to last year?

What changes to asylum laws is Merkel's government considering?