Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirms Germany's democratic partnership with the USA amid concerns over the US administration's approach to democracy and international law.
Former Constitutional Court President Andreas Voßkuhle warns of increasing right-wing extremism and risks to Germany's democracy, drawing parallels with Hungary and cautioning about global democratic declines.
Germany's aging population strains youth responsibilities and political trust, threatening democratic stability and youth representation.
German politics faces a critical challenge as a culture of denying mistakes erodes public trust and democracy, with calls for honest accountability growing louder.
Nearly 1,000 volunteer mayors received the Democracy Prize in Büdelsdorf for their key roles in supporting local communities and democracy, alongside regional sports projects awarded the Bürgerpreis.
Students in Dresden engaged directly with political leaders in a dialogue on social justice and healthcare, emphasizing youth participation in democracy.
Germany recognizes volunteer local politicians and promotes citizen participation through forums and surveys reflecting strong democratic engagement in 2025.
Baden-Württemberg's participatory approach to democracy, the 'politics of being heard,' has led to high public trust and satisfaction with democratic processes in the state, according to recent survey data.
Germany's liberal democracy grapples with a philosophical crisis and declining petition participation, signaling challenges in moral foundations and civic engagement.
Michel Friedman raises alarms about the rising right-wing movements threatening democracy in Germany.