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Surveys show that public trust in Germany's Constitutional Court, which celebrated its 75th anniversary this year, is declining. Some suggest reforms in the way it selects candidates, including accepting nominees from the far-right AfD party.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, the decline in trust in the Constitutional Court points to greater challenges it faces in maintaining its independence and reputation. In a broader context, this issue reflects the challenges democratic institutions in Germany are facing as the influence of far-right political parties grows.
