Event Brief
Germans Approve of Democracy, Cite Functionality Issues
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 8:05 AM ET
Summary: A new survey reveals Germans value democracy but feel it is less effective than before, amid rapid changes causing uncertainty.
WHO: German citizens
WHAT: Approval of democracy and its functionality
WHEN: Feb 20, 2026 at 7:28 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: Concerns over the effectiveness of democracy amidst rapid changes
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