Social State: Can We Still Afford Merz?

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Coalition stands up for forthcoming decisions on social cuts. Metal industry demands a flat-rate deletion of five percent of all benefits. Criticism of Left and Social Association to zero round of civic money.

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Axe instead of watering can: The employers' association Gesamtmetall demands drastic cuts in the welfare state. "A flat cut must be necessary. Otherwise, the economy threatens to lose confidence.

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In the dispute over welfare state reform, the employers' association Gesamtmetall is calling on the federal government to prevent a further increase in social security contributions and is suggesting a blanket spending cut to achieve this goal. "In the fall, the coalition must ensure that the total social security contribution does not increase any further starting January 1, 2026," said association General Manager Oliver Zander to "Bild" (Monda…