Press Freedom and Patriotism Act of 2008
Rationale
Protect free speech by ending censorship while ensuring safety, and strengthen national unity through daily anthem participation.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Media Censorship Policy |
Targeted regulation (post-publication fines for incitement/defamation; independent regulator)
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Free press (no prior restraints; narrow limits for direct incitement only)
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| 2 | National Anthem in Schools |
Weekly assembly anthem (participation optional)
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Mandatory daily anthem (all students present; opt-out only for documented reasons)
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Media Censorship Policy2
National Anthem in SchoolsProposer
Party
The Christian Democrats
We are the CDP and we want to hold faith forever
Core pillars
Andreas Hahn
Activist · Age 43
A rising star in political circles, Andreas Hahn combines academic brilliance with a natural ability to rally supporters, using his sharp policy mind to advance the party's agenda with unwavering loyalty.
Timeline
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Draft1 December 2008
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Vote Open1 December 2008
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Withdrawn2 December 2008
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Never Became Law2 December 2008
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 11 / 69 seats (15.9%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 58
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Union | 0 | No | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats Proposer | 11 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
PassedFor: 131 / 650 seats (20.2%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 519
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Union | 0 | No | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats Proposer | 131 | Yes | No reason given |