In a recent interview, Heidi Reichinnek, the co-leader of a German parliamentary group, emphasized the need to address the root causes of flight in order to reduce migration. She criticized the plans of other parties, calling them inefficient. “We want to combat the causes of flight, so that fewer people will even take the journey to us in the first place” she said to the news magazine Politico.
Reichinnek also highlighted the importance of strengthening local communities. She argued that the plans of other parties are ineffective, saying, “It’s a right that’s being broken and people are being presented with something that won’t work in the end. It frustrates me.” She believes that previous initiatives have not effectively addressed the root causes of flight, citing the continued export of weapons and insufficient climate protection as examples.
When asked about violent crimes like the recent incident in Aschaffenburg, Reichinnek emphasized the need for prevention. “It’s mainly about preventing it from happening in the first place – regardless of where the individuals who commit these crimes come from” she said. Her solution involves providing more resources to authorities, improving networking and offering psychotherapeutic services.
The left-leaning candidate also promised tax relief for the majority of citizens, stating, “We are the tax-cut party for the majority. Everyone earning up to 7,000 euros per month will be relieved under our plan.”
She dismissed the risk of companies leaving the country due to the simultaneous demand for higher taxes on businesses, saying, “This is a common claim, but it rarely happens because we have a lot to offer in Germany. We have well-trained skilled workers and we also have the infrastructure to facilitate transportation. But we do need to invest in and further develop this and also preserve it.