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Amidst the delivery forecasts, the broader societal context introduces complexities. Recent protests in countries like France over pension reforms—raising retirement ages from 62 to 64—highlight public resistance to policy changes. Musk points out that such reforms are generally aligned with practices in Canada and the US, where retirement ages range from 65 to 67, suggesting public reactions may be overblown or influenced by other factors.
Elon Musk emphasizes that retirement policy decisions should undergo democratic processes rather than executive fiat, advocating for voting rather than unilateral decrees. This highlights ongoing societal debates that may influence overall economic climates, indirectly affecting vehicle sales and market confidence.