The book "Being a Citizen" by Rüdiger Bittner offers a profound philosophical analysis of political self-interpretation in the Federal Republic of Germany. The author questions the fundamental concepts that shape our political understanding, such as freedom, human dignity, human rights, justice, and democracy. Bittner argues that these concepts, in their current form, are not sustainable and develops a new understanding of political life that distinguishes itself from the traditional narratives of political philosophy. This work is aimed at anyone who wishes to critically engage with their political existence and provides a solid foundation for a reevaluation of political theory in Germany.