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The Fierce Debate Over Germany's Pension System
Germany finds itself embroiled in an intense and unexpected political conflict over its pension system—a topic that many might assume to be settled or at least less contentious. Yet, recent weeks have seen a heated dispute within the Union parties, involving prominent figures such as Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and significant tension with the younger generation of politicians. This showdown revolves around the future of the pension scheme, a matter that directly impacts every German citizen sooner or later.