Germany’s parliamentary democracy allows voting only for citizens, leaving about 10 million residents without a voice in elections. Recent reforms easing citizenship rules aim to attract skilled workers, yet discrimination based on income persists, posing barriers to citizenship for many long-term residents, including those like British activist Phil Butland. This creates a significant 'democratic deficit' as a substantial portion of the population faces exclusion despite long-term residency. The upcoming federal election underscores these ongoing issues regarding citizenship and voting rights in Germany.
The recent reforms in Germany’s citizenship laws aim to attract skilled labor and address labor shortages, but they also highlight the issue of inclusion in the electoral process.
Phil Butland highlights the inequalities faced by long-term residents in Germany, noting that citizenship restrictions disproportionately impact those with lower incomes, creating a 'democratic deficit'.
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