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May 30, 2026
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as posted by the channelMayors across Germany are increasingly facing verbal abuse, threats, and physical violence, on top of the growing pressure and workload that come with the office. As a result, many are considering stepping down or choosing not to run again, leaving small towns and rural communities without leadership. To what extent does it weaken democracy when being a mayor becomes a burden?
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