Unity in Schwerin: Scholz demands equality for East Germans!
Unity in Schwerin: Scholz demands equality for East Germans!
in Schwerin was celebrated in German unity today, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz playing the central role in the celebrations. In his speech, he took the opportunity to point out the still existing differences between East and West Germany. Scholz made it clear that the search for a complete unit was still important.
The celebrations for the Day of German Unity are special this year because they take place in the state capital Schwerin. Scholz emphasized that despite the past 34 years since reunification, living conditions in East and West Germany continue to vary. "In this sense, German unity is of course not after 34 years," he said, Alluding to Lower wages and assets in the east.
inner German variety as a strength
Scholz stated that unit does not mean that the east had to be completely emitted to the West. "There is no uniform vest," he said, pointing out that diversity within Germany is a strength. This diversity is a profit to develop United Germany.
Furthermore, Scholz spoke about the effects of unity on the people in the east. While reunification was a new beginning for many East Germans, it also meant the loss of her usual structures for others. "A devaluation of their knowledge, their experiences and their life performance" led to a "special upset", according to Scholz, which also resulted in political peculiarities in the new federal states.
around German unity, many politicians were invited to the festival according to Schwerin.
"More than Little Red Riding Hood sparkling wine and traffic lights"
Federal Council President Manuela Schwesig put similar words to the public in her speech. She made it clear that the East Germans made a valuable contribution to unity and have to contribute more than just "Little Red Riding Hood Sect and the traffic light male". Her message was clear: the living conditions in Germany must continue to be adjusted, and the fight against disadvantage in the east must not be given up.
The celebrations around October 3. started on Wednesday afternoon with a three-day citizens' festival. In this context, many events were perceived, including an ecumenical service that emphasized social cohesion. Archbishop Heiner Koch underlined the opportunities that are in a colorful coexistence, but also the challenges that are associated with it.
The addresses and the content of the speeches show that the memory of the challenges and reality of living conditions in East Germany remain a central topic. This was clearly signaled not only by Scholz, but also by other speakers in Schwerin, which underlines the meaning of the unit that has not yet been completed.
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