EAN: 9783030037918

POPULAR SUPPORT FOR DEMOCRACY IN UNIFIED GERMAN...

This book examines attitudes towards democracy in the Federal Republic of Germany. By drawing
on extensive survey evidence  it charts Germans¿ changing views of the political system prior
to and following unification. The study examines four aspects of the political system: how it
functions overall  attitudes towards the Basic Law  trust in representative institutions  and
views of the European Union. Rather than accepting or rejecting democracy  the research shows
how Germans merge shades of criticism and support. In addition  it pinpoints the factors that
condition support  showing how it is influenced by durable and changeable stimuli. Overall  the
findings challenge suggestions of a crisis of democracy but they also demonstrate that support
is particularly low towards aspects of the European Union. This book appeals to readers
interested in public opinion and democracy in Germany  along with those interested in the
changing relationship between citizens and the state.

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