Red Lines: How the Federal Constitutional Court Protects Our Democracy

What makes the Federal Constitutional Court special? Former judge Susanne Baer provides insights into the court's work, explains decision-making processes, and shows why it is so important for our democracy. Most people associate "Karlsruhe" with a powerful institution that is trusted more than the government or even the Bundeswehr. The fundamental rights discussed there concern us all. However, who wears the red robes and how decisions are made is largely unknown. Susanne Baer served as a judge on the Federal Constitutional Court for twelve years and clarifies in her book, in a vivid and personal manner, the questions: How does the court actually function? How does it ensure that everyone is heard? And how do eight very different personalities reach a consensus even in major controversies? How does the Constitutional Court protect democracy – and why must we protect it?