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The German Polity

Twelfth Edition

Eric Langenbacher

This thoroughly revised and updated edition provides a comprehensive introduction to contemporary Germany, one of the world’s foremost economic and political powers. During a series of profound crises over the last decade, including migration challenges, Brexit, and the Covid-19 pandemic, Germany has emerged as the undisputed leader of the European Union. One of the world’s strongest economies, it exports goods, services, and ideas around the world. In foreign policy, it has taken on a more prominent role, especially with its pursuit of soft power. Yet, as adept as German policy making has been, the challenges have produced strains that reveal the limits of German influence. Moreover, after sixteen years in power, Chancellor Angela Merkel will retire and new leadership will guide the country through the 2020s.

Looking back, Eric Langenbacher traces the country’s transformation since the seminal turning points of 1945 after World War II and 1990 after reunification. Looking to the present, the author explains and assesses its major institutions, actors, and issues. Looking forward, he explores the looming economic, security, and demographic challenges Germany must address in the years to come.

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Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Pages: 456 • Trim: 7⅜ x 10½
978-1-5381-4659-0 • Hardback • July 2021 • $133.00 • (£102.00)
978-1-5381-4660-6 • Paperback • July 2021 • $55.00 • (£42.00)
978-1-5381-4661-3 • eBook • July 2021 • $52.00 • (£40.00)
Subjects: Political Science / World / European, Political Science / Comparative Politics, History / Europe / Germany
Courses: Political Science; Comparative Politics; Government & Politics; Europe & European Union, History; Europe; Germany, International & Area Studies; European Studies; European Union, History; Europe; 20th century, History; Europe; General

Eric Langenbacher is a teaching professor in the Department of Government at Georgetown University and director of the Society, Culture, and Politics program at the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies in Washington, DC.

List of Tables and Figures

Preface to the Twelfth Edition

Introduction to the Twelfth Edition

The Study of German Politics

The Plan of This Book

1 The Historical Setting: Three Reichs

The First Reich

The Rise of Prussia

The Empire (1871–1918)

World War I and the Collapse of the Second Reich

The Weimar Republic (1919–1933)

The Nazi Seizure of Power

The Third Reich and World War II

Summary and Conclusion

2 From Division to Reunification

The Formation of the Federal Republic

The Basic Law

The German Democratic Republic

Building Socialism: 1949–1961

After the Wall—Stability and Consolidation

Crisis and Collapse of the Communist Regime: 1985–1989

The Unification Process

Summary and Conclusion

3 The Social and Economic Setting

Area and Population

Urbanization and Industrialization

An Export-Oriented Economy

The Rural Sector

Regionalism

Occupational and Class Structure

The Economy

From Economic Basket Case to Savior of the Euro

The Economy’s Hidden Champions: The Mittelstand

Continued Challenges

The Eastern German Economy since Reunification

Income Structure

Capital Resources

Religious Composition

Age and Family Structure

Family Structure

The Educational System

Basic Structure

Mass Media

The Press

Television and Radio

Summary and Conclusion

4 Political Culture, Participation, and Civil Liberties

Political Values

National Identity and the Burden of the Past

Legitimacy

Democratic Values, Processes, and Institutions

Conflict and Competition

Representation and Parliament

Democratic Support in East Germany

Political Interest and Involvement

The General Pattern

Social Capital

New Forms of Political Participation: Citizen Groups and Movements

Civil Liberties and Human Rights

Civil Liberties Controversies

The Status and Role of Key Social Groups

Residents with a Migration Background

Women

Youth

Refugees and Resettlers

Political Radicals and Extremists

Summary and Conclusion

5 The Party System and the Representation of Interests

The Party State

The Party System

The Christian Democrats

The Social Democrats

2017 and Beyond

The Free Democrats

The Greens

The Left Party

The Alternative for Germany

The Radical Right

The Representation of Interests

Extent of Interest Groups

Major Interest Alignments

Summary and Conclusion

6 Elections and Voting Behavior

Electoral Mechanics

The Electoral System

Nomination and Candidate Selection

Criteria for Selection

Electoral Politics and Campaign Styles

Media

Campaign and Party Finance

The Pattern of Federal Elections

Elections after Reunification

The First Merkel Elections: The End of Two-Party Dominance?

Merkel’s Republic: The 2013 and 2017 Elections

Basic Orientations of the Electorate

Ideology

Party Preference

Determinants of Voting Behavior

Sociodemographic Factors

Voter Dynamics

Summary and Conclusion

7 Policy-Making Institutions I: Parliament and Executive

Legislative Institutions

The Bundestag: The Main Political Battleground

The Bundesrat: The “Quiet” Second Chamber

Functions

Formal versus Actual Composition of Membership

Expansion of Veto Power

Divided Parliamentary Control

Executive Institutions: Chancellor and Cabinet

Chancellor Democracy

The Chancellors of the Federal Republic

The Federal President

Summary and Conclusion

The Formal Lawmaking Process

8 Policy-Making Institutions II: Administration, Semipublic Institutions, and Courts

Development of the German Administrative and Judicial System

State Administration

Structure

Personnel

Pressures for Reform

Semipublic Institutions

The Social Security and Health Systems

The Federal Employment Agency

The Bundesbank

The Judiciary and the Court System

The Character of German Law

The Judiciary

Court Structure

Judicial Review and the Federal Constitutional Court

Summary and Conclusion

9 Subnational Units: Federalism and Local Government

The Development of German Federalism

State-Level Politics

Unity and Diversity among German States

The Constitutional Structure of the States

State-Level Party Systems

Electoral Politics in the States

Leaders and Policies

Federal-State Integration: Revenue Sharing

Vertical Equalization and Tax Sharing

The Future of Federalism

Recent Federalism Reforms

Local Government

Structures and Functions

Challenges to Local Government

Summary and Conclusion

10 The Increase and Limits of German Power: The Federal Republic’s Foreign and European Policy

The German Question

Postwar Transformation

Institutions and Socialization

Soft Power

Multilateralism

The Postunification Period: A New Version of the German Question

From the 1991 Gulf War to Kosovo

Into the Twenty-First Century

The European Union

The Impact of European Integration on Germany

German Federalism and Europe

The Euro

The Euro Crisis

Recent Crises and the Strengthening of German Power

The Migration Crisis

Brexit

The Trump Administration

Summary and Conclusion

11 Conclusion: Germany’s Challenging Future

The Past and Future of German Exceptionalism

Insufficient Reforms?

The Future of the Welfare State and the New Poverty

Germany after Merkel

Looking Back and Looking Forward: The German Experience of Political Development and the Future of German Power

Bibliography

Index

About the Author

There is a reason this book is in its 12th edition. Its thoroughness makes it not only an obvious text for political science courses on Germany but also an excellent reference for scholars in general. The range of topics on contemporary German politics, about which the book gives a brief but thorough summary, is impressive, covering not only the formal parliamentary structures of government but also its administrative structure; overviews of the history, structure, and stances of the main political parties; local political structures and the roles of interest groups; and overviews of long-term trends in policy and voter behavior. No matter how much one may know about contemporary Germany, there are always points on which one’s own knowledge is not comprehensive or completely firm, and a reference book this useful remains welcome, even indispensable. For those needing to go further on a given topic, the book includes an excellent bibliography covering major historical and political science monographs and academic journals as well as websites for governmental agencies, major news media, foundations, and popular culture. Highly recommended. Advanced undergraduates through faculty; professionals.


— Choice Reviews


An update to the most detailed and comprehensive overview of German politics available on the textbook market, covering the Federal Republic’s history, society, economics, parties, elections, policy making, multilevel governance, and foreign relations. The new edition thoughtfully considers the pandemic’s impact and the challenges that will emerge in the post-Merkel era. A must-read for those who want a complete picture of contemporary Germany!


— Louise K. Davidson-Schmich, University of Miami


This new edition appears at a crucial time as the Merkel era, which began in 2005, draws to a close. Langenbacher provides a clear analysis of the various crises Chancellor Merkel has dealt with. In what has been a very successful period, some problems remain. The political cultures of the Eastern and Western parts of Germany have not knit together as quickly as was hoped, and right wing extremism remains a problem in the Eastern half. Perhaps the most profound change in the Merkel years has been the increasing difficulty of forming coalition governments. This is largely a reflection of the increasing number of political parties. The Merkel era also greatly weakened the traditional allies of the Christian Democrats, the Social Democratic Party, and the Free Democratic party. Being coalition partners of Chancellor Merkel proved very damaging for the prospects of other parties as they lost their traditional profiles. The other major problem is in the area of security policy where Germany has found it difficult to live up to the expectations of its allies. Merkel’s departure brings a new uncertainty about the manner in which Germany will deal with these challenges. This book provides a uniquely well-informed guide to the available choices.


— William E. Paterson OBE, German Order of Merit, Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh


The Federal Republic of Germany stands on the cusp of the post-Merkel era. Questions abound concerning Angela Merkel’s legacy as the country’s second-longest-serving chancellor, as well as the future of the European Union's most significant member state. Enter the twelfth edition of The German Polity. Eric Langenbacher provides the deep historical context and the fine-grained analysis of German politics, political economy, and society in clear and engaging prose, making this book a must-read for students and scholars alike looking to understand the Germany of today and tomorrow.


— Jeffrey Anderson, Georgetown University


-Discussion questions and recommended readings at the end of each chapter



New features

-Thoroughly updated with new discussion of intensifying differences between East and West, the rise of the far right, and the implications of Brexit and the pandemic

-Revised and expanded chapter on German foreign and European policy

-Previews the 2021 Bundestag election, the post-Merkel future, and the next challenges that the German political system will face



The German Polity

Twelfth Edition

Cover Image
Hardback
Paperback
eBook
Summary
Summary
  • This thoroughly revised and updated edition provides a comprehensive introduction to contemporary Germany, one of the world’s foremost economic and political powers. During a series of profound crises over the last decade, including migration challenges, Brexit, and the Covid-19 pandemic, Germany has emerged as the undisputed leader of the European Union. One of the world’s strongest economies, it exports goods, services, and ideas around the world. In foreign policy, it has taken on a more prominent role, especially with its pursuit of soft power. Yet, as adept as German policy making has been, the challenges have produced strains that reveal the limits of German influence. Moreover, after sixteen years in power, Chancellor Angela Merkel will retire and new leadership will guide the country through the 2020s.

    Looking back, Eric Langenbacher traces the country’s transformation since the seminal turning points of 1945 after World War II and 1990 after reunification. Looking to the present, the author explains and assesses its major institutions, actors, and issues. Looking forward, he explores the looming economic, security, and demographic challenges Germany must address in the years to come.

Details
Details
  • Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
    Pages: 456 • Trim: 7⅜ x 10½
    978-1-5381-4659-0 • Hardback • July 2021 • $133.00 • (£102.00)
    978-1-5381-4660-6 • Paperback • July 2021 • $55.00 • (£42.00)
    978-1-5381-4661-3 • eBook • July 2021 • $52.00 • (£40.00)
    Subjects: Political Science / World / European, Political Science / Comparative Politics, History / Europe / Germany
    Courses: Political Science; Comparative Politics; Government & Politics; Europe & European Union, History; Europe; Germany, International & Area Studies; European Studies; European Union, History; Europe; 20th century, History; Europe; General
Author
Author
  • Eric Langenbacher is a teaching professor in the Department of Government at Georgetown University and director of the Society, Culture, and Politics program at the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies in Washington, DC.

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
  • List of Tables and Figures

    Preface to the Twelfth Edition

    Introduction to the Twelfth Edition

    The Study of German Politics

    The Plan of This Book

    1 The Historical Setting: Three Reichs

    The First Reich

    The Rise of Prussia

    The Empire (1871–1918)

    World War I and the Collapse of the Second Reich

    The Weimar Republic (1919–1933)

    The Nazi Seizure of Power

    The Third Reich and World War II

    Summary and Conclusion

    2 From Division to Reunification

    The Formation of the Federal Republic

    The Basic Law

    The German Democratic Republic

    Building Socialism: 1949–1961

    After the Wall—Stability and Consolidation

    Crisis and Collapse of the Communist Regime: 1985–1989

    The Unification Process

    Summary and Conclusion

    3 The Social and Economic Setting

    Area and Population

    Urbanization and Industrialization

    An Export-Oriented Economy

    The Rural Sector

    Regionalism

    Occupational and Class Structure

    The Economy

    From Economic Basket Case to Savior of the Euro

    The Economy’s Hidden Champions: The Mittelstand

    Continued Challenges

    The Eastern German Economy since Reunification

    Income Structure

    Capital Resources

    Religious Composition

    Age and Family Structure

    Family Structure

    The Educational System

    Basic Structure

    Mass Media

    The Press

    Television and Radio

    Summary and Conclusion

    4 Political Culture, Participation, and Civil Liberties

    Political Values

    National Identity and the Burden of the Past

    Legitimacy

    Democratic Values, Processes, and Institutions

    Conflict and Competition

    Representation and Parliament

    Democratic Support in East Germany

    Political Interest and Involvement

    The General Pattern

    Social Capital

    New Forms of Political Participation: Citizen Groups and Movements

    Civil Liberties and Human Rights

    Civil Liberties Controversies

    The Status and Role of Key Social Groups

    Residents with a Migration Background

    Women

    Youth

    Refugees and Resettlers

    Political Radicals and Extremists

    Summary and Conclusion

    5 The Party System and the Representation of Interests

    The Party State

    The Party System

    The Christian Democrats

    The Social Democrats

    2017 and Beyond

    The Free Democrats

    The Greens

    The Left Party

    The Alternative for Germany

    The Radical Right

    The Representation of Interests

    Extent of Interest Groups

    Major Interest Alignments

    Summary and Conclusion

    6 Elections and Voting Behavior

    Electoral Mechanics

    The Electoral System

    Nomination and Candidate Selection

    Criteria for Selection

    Electoral Politics and Campaign Styles

    Media

    Campaign and Party Finance

    The Pattern of Federal Elections

    Elections after Reunification

    The First Merkel Elections: The End of Two-Party Dominance?

    Merkel’s Republic: The 2013 and 2017 Elections

    Basic Orientations of the Electorate

    Ideology

    Party Preference

    Determinants of Voting Behavior

    Sociodemographic Factors

    Voter Dynamics

    Summary and Conclusion

    7 Policy-Making Institutions I: Parliament and Executive

    Legislative Institutions

    The Bundestag: The Main Political Battleground

    The Bundesrat: The “Quiet” Second Chamber

    Functions

    Formal versus Actual Composition of Membership

    Expansion of Veto Power

    Divided Parliamentary Control

    Executive Institutions: Chancellor and Cabinet

    Chancellor Democracy

    The Chancellors of the Federal Republic

    The Federal President

    Summary and Conclusion

    The Formal Lawmaking Process

    8 Policy-Making Institutions II: Administration, Semipublic Institutions, and Courts

    Development of the German Administrative and Judicial System

    State Administration

    Structure

    Personnel

    Pressures for Reform

    Semipublic Institutions

    The Social Security and Health Systems

    The Federal Employment Agency

    The Bundesbank

    The Judiciary and the Court System

    The Character of German Law

    The Judiciary

    Court Structure

    Judicial Review and the Federal Constitutional Court

    Summary and Conclusion

    9 Subnational Units: Federalism and Local Government

    The Development of German Federalism

    State-Level Politics

    Unity and Diversity among German States

    The Constitutional Structure of the States

    State-Level Party Systems

    Electoral Politics in the States

    Leaders and Policies

    Federal-State Integration: Revenue Sharing

    Vertical Equalization and Tax Sharing

    The Future of Federalism

    Recent Federalism Reforms

    Local Government

    Structures and Functions

    Challenges to Local Government

    Summary and Conclusion

    10 The Increase and Limits of German Power: The Federal Republic’s Foreign and European Policy

    The German Question

    Postwar Transformation

    Institutions and Socialization

    Soft Power

    Multilateralism

    The Postunification Period: A New Version of the German Question

    From the 1991 Gulf War to Kosovo

    Into the Twenty-First Century

    The European Union

    The Impact of European Integration on Germany

    German Federalism and Europe

    The Euro

    The Euro Crisis

    Recent Crises and the Strengthening of German Power

    The Migration Crisis

    Brexit

    The Trump Administration

    Summary and Conclusion

    11 Conclusion: Germany’s Challenging Future

    The Past and Future of German Exceptionalism

    Insufficient Reforms?

    The Future of the Welfare State and the New Poverty

    Germany after Merkel

    Looking Back and Looking Forward: The German Experience of Political Development and the Future of German Power

    Bibliography

    Index

    About the Author

Reviews
Reviews
  • There is a reason this book is in its 12th edition. Its thoroughness makes it not only an obvious text for political science courses on Germany but also an excellent reference for scholars in general. The range of topics on contemporary German politics, about which the book gives a brief but thorough summary, is impressive, covering not only the formal parliamentary structures of government but also its administrative structure; overviews of the history, structure, and stances of the main political parties; local political structures and the roles of interest groups; and overviews of long-term trends in policy and voter behavior. No matter how much one may know about contemporary Germany, there are always points on which one’s own knowledge is not comprehensive or completely firm, and a reference book this useful remains welcome, even indispensable. For those needing to go further on a given topic, the book includes an excellent bibliography covering major historical and political science monographs and academic journals as well as websites for governmental agencies, major news media, foundations, and popular culture. Highly recommended. Advanced undergraduates through faculty; professionals.


    — Choice Reviews


    An update to the most detailed and comprehensive overview of German politics available on the textbook market, covering the Federal Republic’s history, society, economics, parties, elections, policy making, multilevel governance, and foreign relations. The new edition thoughtfully considers the pandemic’s impact and the challenges that will emerge in the post-Merkel era. A must-read for those who want a complete picture of contemporary Germany!


    — Louise K. Davidson-Schmich, University of Miami


    This new edition appears at a crucial time as the Merkel era, which began in 2005, draws to a close. Langenbacher provides a clear analysis of the various crises Chancellor Merkel has dealt with. In what has been a very successful period, some problems remain. The political cultures of the Eastern and Western parts of Germany have not knit together as quickly as was hoped, and right wing extremism remains a problem in the Eastern half. Perhaps the most profound change in the Merkel years has been the increasing difficulty of forming coalition governments. This is largely a reflection of the increasing number of political parties. The Merkel era also greatly weakened the traditional allies of the Christian Democrats, the Social Democratic Party, and the Free Democratic party. Being coalition partners of Chancellor Merkel proved very damaging for the prospects of other parties as they lost their traditional profiles. The other major problem is in the area of security policy where Germany has found it difficult to live up to the expectations of its allies. Merkel’s departure brings a new uncertainty about the manner in which Germany will deal with these challenges. This book provides a uniquely well-informed guide to the available choices.


    — William E. Paterson OBE, German Order of Merit, Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh


    The Federal Republic of Germany stands on the cusp of the post-Merkel era. Questions abound concerning Angela Merkel’s legacy as the country’s second-longest-serving chancellor, as well as the future of the European Union's most significant member state. Enter the twelfth edition of The German Polity. Eric Langenbacher provides the deep historical context and the fine-grained analysis of German politics, political economy, and society in clear and engaging prose, making this book a must-read for students and scholars alike looking to understand the Germany of today and tomorrow.


    — Jeffrey Anderson, Georgetown University


Features
Features
  • -Discussion questions and recommended readings at the end of each chapter



    New features

    -Thoroughly updated with new discussion of intensifying differences between East and West, the rise of the far right, and the implications of Brexit and the pandemic

    -Revised and expanded chapter on German foreign and European policy

    -Previews the 2021 Bundestag election, the post-Merkel future, and the next challenges that the German political system will face



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