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German Bundestag

The German Bundestag is the federal parliament of Germany, responsible for making national laws, scrutinizing the government, and representing the citizens. Its members, elected every four years through a mixed-member proportional representation system, debate and pass legislation on issues like economy, education, and foreign policy. The Bundestag also approves the federal budget and oversees government actions. It operates within a democratic framework, ensuring that the government remains accountable to the elected representatives of the German people.