Why is the German Empire so Demonized in Modern Day Germany?

Everyone is aware of the German Empire and the legacy it left behind, but for some reason, in Germany, the time of the Empire is not really seen as something to behold, rather it is portrayed very negatively? So what is the reason for it? -------------------- Sources used: Monarchie: Die beste aller Staatsformen by Christian Schwochert (Primary Source) --------------------- #germany #monarchy #history