The legislative elections attract the attention of citizens and political observers, in particular because of the socio-economic issues at stake. Focus on the fiscal and economic proposals of the New Popular Front, a key player in these anticipated legislative elections.
The New Popular Front, a left-wing alliance, stands out for its bold tax reform project aimed at abolishing the privileges of billionaires and promoting social justice. Indeed, the coalition is considering an overhaul of taxation with the establishment of 14 income tax brackets for greater progressivity, the reintroduction of the Wealth Solidarity Tax (ISF) with a climate dimension, and the removal of tax measures favorable to the rich. In addition, the New Popular Front proposes to establish a mileage tax on imported products and to tax the superprofits of large companies, particularly in the agri-food and distribution sectors.
These tax measures aim to generate sufficient revenue to allow the repeal of unpopular reforms, from the 2023 pension reform to the extension of the legal retirement age to 64, as well as insurance reforms. -unemployment. The New Popular Front aspires to restore retirement at age 60 in the long term, while taking into account the specificities of the labor market and guaranteeing that the RSA is taken into account for the validation of quarterly contributions. In addition, the coalition intends to index the amount of pensions to salaries, revalue the removed hardship factors and reassess income subject to contributions.
At the same time, the New Popular Front is proposing an ambitious reindustrialization plan, aiming to reduce the dependence of France and Europe in key sectors such as semiconductors, medicines, advanced technologies and even renewable energies. . This strategy also aims to regulate subcontracting, guarantee the responsibility of contractors and encourage the involvement of employees in company governance.
The regulation of the banking and financial sector is also at the heart of the concerns of the New Popular Front, which wishes to avoid new economic crises and promote the financing of the real economy. The creation of a public banking center, supported by institutions such as the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations and the Public Investment Bank, aims to direct savings towards socially and environmentally responsible projects.
In short, the proposals of the New Popular Front for these legislative elections illustrate a desire for profound reform of the tax system and economic recovery, from a perspective of social justice and sustainable development.. These political orientations are called upon to fuel debates and guide the choices of voters seeking significant changes for the future of France.