“There are compromises between political forces”

2024-09-10 11:30:03

IIt took the President of the Republic almost two months to appoint a right-wing Prime Minister after the left-wing victory in the legislative elections. While many French people are asking themselves the question of the meaning of their vote after this appointment, it has become clear that a simple agreement between the parties will not be enough: only an agreement on the program will make it possible to bring many together. and rule well.

But how can we overcome the systemic differences that seem insurmountable today?

It takes courage, confidence, and a common will to unite around a project and a vision.

Let’s take the example of the minimum wage, the subject of great debate during the campaign, with the idea of ​​raising it to 1,600 euros. Some believe that its already high level in Europe harms the competitiveness of businesses; others think, on the contrary, that it is too small to allow freedom for workers. Why not consider a decentralized approach, leaving sectors and cities free to adjust the minimum wage according to their local economic needs?

Smic, unemployment insurance and retirement

The unemployment rate is almost three times lower in Cantal (4.3%) than in Pyrénées-Orientales (12.4%). A minimum wage in some areas can help restore competitiveness and attract new businesses, while raising it in other urban areas, where the cost of living, will offer a reasonable solution for workers.

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Unemployment insurance reform is another example of a polarizing debate. Some want to reduce the compensation period to encourage a quick return to work, while others insist on the special protection of the most vulnerable. One solution could be to limit the payback period on assets: people with high assets, often without rent to pay and with emergency savings, can see their payback period decrease, while the unemployed Most security will benefit from long support.

Regarding gasoline prices, why not take inspiration from the regulation of road prices, by requiring each service station to display and compare its prices with those of the three nearest stations? Such a measure can strengthen regional competition and provide more competitive prices to consumers.

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On the issue of pensions, a subject of strong crystallization, why not consider a system that combines the progressive adjustment of the retirement date and the introduction of the mandatory share? This combination will offer both flexibility in the face of human nature and increased security for future retirees.