The previous quote states that the Weimar Republic was destined to fail. Stern affirms that it was born in defeat, referring to the outcome of WW1. He also states different aspects that built up the situation for the Weimar Republic to weaken. Finally, the historian emphasizes on the lack of popular acceptance, and considers that it was the most crucial factor in the failure of the Republic. "(it), alone could have given its parliamentary system permanence". Stern believes that if it wasn't for the lack of popularity, the Weimar Republic could have flourished; however, in order to gain that acceptance, the government should have still faced the different weaknesses and challenges with the seriousness they needed, and not by showing their lack of control and power.
