Early Years of the Weimar Republic - How Strong was the Constitution Flashcards
What presidential power made democracy seem pointless?
The president had dictatorial powers and can overall the Reichstag during an ‘emergency’
How was proportional representation a weakness of the Weimar Constitution? (2)
Very hard for a government to get majority
More extremist views could be represented
What can proportional representation lead to?
Radicalisation
What does Article 48 contradict and provide?
Radical democracy of the rest of the constitution and provides access to dictatorial power of president
Weakness of institutions of Weimar Republic
Institutions are right wing, functioning in a left wing state
How is proportional representation a strength of the Weimar Constitution?
Direct democracy prevents revolutions from the left as everyone’s vote is taken in
Which parties supported the Weimar Constitution?
Most parties supported it and wanted to participate
What does Bill of Rights guarantee?
Civil Rights for every citizen
How is universal suffrage a strength of the Weimar Constitution?
Men and women could vote over adult age considered in society
