But this sort of fiscal consolidation can be achieved only if a majority perceives it as being socially equitable. Recipients of social and corporate welfare alike, as well as civil servants, must share the sacrifice.
福利支出占了今年德国联邦政府支出的一大半。所以削减福利开支（至少是温和地）是无法避免的选择。但这种财政巩固目标只有在公众认为它对整个社会都是公平合理的时候才能实现。社会福利的受益者，公司福利以及公务员都要共同分担这一政策的成本。