Demokratie im Burnout?

Between Exhaustion and Renewal: Reflections on the State of Our Democracy

Our democracy is under pressure. Trust in established institutions such as political parties, labor unions, churches, associations, and even civil society organizations has been dwindling for years. At the same time, political forces that fundamentally question this democratic framework are gaining support.

But why is this happening? Is democracy itself exhausted, or do people feel overwhelmed by political conflicts, polarization, and social change? Have traditional institutions lost their appeal because they can no longer provide convincing answers? Or do we perceive the loss of trust as more severe than it actually is?

Together with our panelists, we would like to explore the state of our democracy—whether it needs to change in order to regain trust, or whether a stronger return to its foundational principles is required.

Program

• Opening Remarks:Reiner Felsberg, Chair of the Friends of the Berlin Wall Memorial
• Guests:Lukas Beckmann, founding member of the Greens and a key figure in the merger with Alliance 90
  Julia Reuschenbach, political scientist; teaches and conducts research on political parties, election campaigns, political communication, and policy areas in Germany
• Moderator:Lukas Krieger, Member of the Bundestag for the CDU and board member of the Friends of the Berlin Wall Memorial

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