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Germany Considers Scrapping Law Banning Insults Against Politicians

Published Sunday, June 21, 2026

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Germany's Justice Ministry is reviewing Section 188 of the German Criminal Code, a law that bans insults against politicians. A recent Forsa Institute poll indicated that 58% of Germans wish to retain the law, while 38% support its abolition.

What We Know — Key Points

  • A Forsa Institute poll published in early June found that 58% of Germans wanted to keep Section 188 of the German Criminal Code, while 38% wanted it scrapped.
  • Germany's Justice Ministry is reviewing Section 188 of the German Criminal Code, which bans insults against politicians.

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  • Deutsche Welle

    The article provides a balanced overview of the debate in Germany regarding a law against insulting politicians, presenting arguments for and against its abolition or amendment.

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