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Survey Reveals German Support for Democracy Amid Doubts

2/20/2026

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The Germany Monitor 2025 survey shows 98% of Germans support democracy and 60% believe it functions well, noting an East-West divide and skepticism toward state institutions.
The survey involved 4,000 participants, highlighting a lack of understanding of democratic principles.
Twenty-one percent are open to authoritarian rule.
Attitudes toward defense have shifted since Russia's aggression against Ukraine, leaving many Germans uncertain about U.S. military support.

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The Germany Monitor 2025 survey shows 98% of Germans support democracy and 60% believe it functions well, noting an East-West divide and skepticism toward state institutions.
The survey involved 4,000 participants, highlighting a lack of understanding of democratic principles.
Twenty-one percent are open to authoritarian rule.
Attitudes toward defense have shifted since Russia's aggression against Ukraine, leaving many Germans uncertain about U.S. military support.