Free Voters candidate Stella Streit

Five questions instead of arguments

How do you intend to strengthen the educational landscape at the federal level, and how can schools and educational institutions in your constituency specifically benefit from this?

At the federal level, I advocate for free childcare, the promotion of digital devices for low-income families, and a standardized national high school diploma. This would benefit local schools and educational institutions, as well as children, regardless of their social background, who would gain access to high-quality education. I also want to intensify teacher training to ensure that teachers are up-to-date with the latest educational research and technologies. Furthermore, I am committed to strengthening dual vocational training and practice-oriented degree programs, which improves students' career prospects and facilitates the transition from school to work.

What measures do you support at the federal level to better manage migration, and how do you intend to ensure that these are implemented in a socially responsible manner in your constituency?

To ensure that migration proceeds in an orderly and controlled manner, I advocate for asylum procedures directly at the borders and their increased security. Locally, I would like to offer special support programs for migrant children and promote integration through mandatory German language courses. Local integration projects such as mentoring programs, language courses, and vocational training measures can enable migrants to integrate into society and contribute to it.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered the backbone of the German economy. What federal policy measures do you plan to implement to strengthen SMEs, and how can you provide targeted support to companies in your region?

We plan to strengthen small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by reducing the corporate tax rate to 25 percent, lowering energy prices, and cutting red tape. Businesses in Darmstadt and the surrounding region can be specifically supported through the abolition of inheritance tax on business transfers and targeted relief measures for SMEs. I am also committed to expanding digital infrastructure to facilitate access to modern technologies for businesses.

How do you intend to promote a sustainable energy transition nationwide, and how can local initiatives and projects in your constituency be given greater support?

I am committed to expanding renewable energies and promoting various energy-efficient heating systems nationwide. Local initiatives and projects also benefit from appropriate incentives and support for reducing overall emissions. Funding programs for the expansion of solar and wind power plants increase the use of renewable energies. Research and development in the field of environmental technologies should be specifically promoted to find innovative solutions to the challenges of climate change.

What federal policy priorities do you set to advance the expansion of infrastructure in your constituency, and how can you ensure that the interests of your region are heard in Berlin?

I stand for a balanced transport policy that considers both private motorized transport and public transport. I want to promote the expansion of rail transport and the reactivation of disused railway lines. All citizens should have access to efficient, environmentally friendly, and affordable mobility. Furthermore, the expansion of digital infrastructure should ensure that all regions have access to high-speed internet. This will be particularly helpful in rural areas, promoting economic development and improving the quality of life for residents.

Summary of the election program for the 2025 election

To improve the education system, we need equal opportunities, digitalization, and practical training. Affordable housing can be created through increased funding for social housing, rent-to-own models, and earmarked citizen bonds. Germany must invest more heavily in infrastructure, for example, by accelerating the rollout of fiber optic networks by 2029. The railways must become more reliable, and the Deutschlandticket (Germany Ticket) should be retained beyond 2025, with adequate funding for transport associations. A culture of merit is needed: the basic income must be reformed, the principle of wage differentials strengthened, and corporate taxes reduced. The Free Voters are calling for €2,000 tax-free per month. Furthermore, Germany needs better migration management, more incentives for skilled worker immigration, and deportations for those without legal residency rights.