Overview

• Reiche told BILD she wants to reduce income tax for everyone, arguing it would make employment more attractive.
• She emphasized the principle "Arbeit muss sich lohnen," framing tax relief as a way to strengthen work incentives.
• Rejecting higher levies, she called tax increases "gift" for Germany’s competitiveness and voiced skepticism about raising inheritance tax.
• She urged a focus on growth and investment, citing low working hours and high sick leave as structural challenges.
• The interview was published on September 20 with video, and it offered no concrete figures, cost estimates, or implementation details.