Young Democrats want a sustainable and secure EU

On Friday, the Young Democrats presented their European election program in the presence of their three representatives on the DP European list, Amela Skenderovic, Jana Degrott and Christos Floros. In it they stand on the European Green Deal and its climate goals. Achieving this requires not only huge investments, but also the consistent reduction of bureaucratic hurdles.

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In agriculture, subsidies should no longer be calculated based solely on the area cultivated, but sustainable measures should also be taken into account. Meanwhile, dumping food imports that do not meet EU standards should be prevented.

Controlled release of cannabis in all EU countries

In addition to a European digitalization strategy, greater proximity to citizens is also required. In this respect, the Young Democrats want the direct election of the Commission President by citizens, a right of initiative for the EU Parliament and the introduction of transnational voter lists for the election of EU parliamentarians. They also care about strengthening LGBTQIA+ and women’s rights – including access to structures such as birthing centers, reproductive and abortion clinics without religious or social restrictions. Same-sex marriages should be recognized across the EU.

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The issue of EU stability includes burden sharing in refugee policy, including compensation for member states that are at the front line due to their geographical location. But there is also a desire for more common health and drug policy, including the controlled release of cannabis within the EU member states. A common and targeted foreign policy with a common Russia strategy rounds off the program.