Broadcasting Privatization Act of 2011
Rationale
Abolishing state broadcasting would ease pressure on taxpayers, ensure a market-driven competitive media, and protect free press by preventing the propagation of government narratives.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public Broadcasting Funding |
Limited public broadcaster (news/education remit; funded by small household levy)
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No public broadcaster (privatize existing assets; advertising-only market)
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1
Public Broadcasting FundingProposer
Party
Liberal Meritocratic Alliance
A centrist, technocratic party. We are building a nation of open minds and markets free of coercion, communalism and superstition, where individuals rise by merit and competition fuels growth.
Core pillars
Wolfgang Schröder
Activist · Age 68
Wolfgang Schröder, a fiery and charismatic idealist, combines youthful passion with rigorous analysis to inspire radical change, making him a dynamic force for educational reform and individual freedom.
Timeline
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Draft2 June 2011
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Vote Open20 July 2011
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Vote Closed21 July 2011
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Did Not Become Law21 July 2011
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
FailedFor: 0 / 69 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 69
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Ground | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
FailedFor: 0 / 650 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 650
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Ground | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |