Broken Republik

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A splendid book by authors who long ago detected Germany's fragility – and aimed at readers who take no pleasure in the sight of its precipitous decline. The compelling narrative explores Germany's decline, detailing where it went wrong and how it might recover. Once an emblem of post-war recovery, Germany inspired admiration as it rebuilt and set standards for others. Companies like Mercedes-Benz, Siemens, and Bayer became global giants, while political leaders garnered worldwide respect. Even its football teams excelled. However, beneath this success lay troubling signs, particularly a lack of national identity. As challenges arose, the foundations began to crack. Political and business leaders, benefiting from the status quo, overlooked looming issues. Volkswagen's emissions scandal tarnished its industrial reputation, the decision to abandon nuclear power left the nation dependent on Russian energy, and a widening gap between the rich and poor fueled tensions, paving the way for the far-right AfD party's rise. Journalists Chris Reiter and Will Wilkes have extensively reported on these issues. Germany faces unique challenges and is ill-equipped to address them. This book is essential for understanding Germany's troubling trajectory.