The Evolution of Germany’s Political Spectrum

Germany’s parliamentary democracy is home to a wide range of political parties. In fact, more than 40 parties received votes in the 2017 national election. While many parties have come and gone, this animation focuses on those currently represented in Germany’s Bundestag, the lower house of parliament, and provides background on how they got there. By Brandon Bohrn Manager, Transatlantic Relations Bertelsmann Foundation