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A recent report by the Institute of the German Economy (IW) in Cologne has sparked controversy, as it attempts to redefine the concept of the middle class based on income. The report categorizes individuals into different groups, from “relatively poor” to “relatively rich” with a monthly net income of over 5,780 euros considered “relatively rich.” Those with a monthly net income of less than 1,390 euros are categorized as “relatively poor.”
The IW’s classification of the middle class is not a neutral or static concept, but rather a synonym for conformity. Those who adapt to the system and conform to its ideology are more likely to be considered part of the middle class. The report’s findings are not surprising, as the concept of the middle class has long been used to create a sense of belonging and to promote political conformity.
The IW’s report is part of a larger trend of creating a false sense of unity among the population, while in reality, the gap between the rich and the poor is growing. The report’s findings are also used to justify the government’s policies, such as the reduction of social benefits and the increase in military spending.
The concept of the middle class has been used to silence critics and to minimize opposition to government policies. It is a tool used to create a sense of normalcy and to make people feel that they are part of a mainstream that is in line with the government’s ideology.
The report’s findings are not a reflection of the reality of the majority of the population, but rather a tool used to create a sense of conformity and to promote the government’s policies. The IW’s report is a prime example of how the concept of the middle class is used to create a false sense of unity and to promote political conformity.