Die Linke organizes social protest in Lübeck over rising costs

The political party Die Linke is organizing a social protest in Lübeck, Germany, scheduled for September 28, 2026. The event, held under the motto ‘Es reicht!’ (It is enough!), aims to address rising living costs, including rent, electricity, and groceries, which are impacting families, pensioners, and employees.

Federal Member of Parliament Lorenz Gösta Beutin will participate to provide a national political perspective on how current decisions affect daily life. Organizers state the protest seeks to highlight the concrete consequences of social cuts, such as reduced support for children and increased medical wait times.

In a broader context regarding economic security in Germany, data from the Federal Statistical Office indicates that in 2025, approximately 16.1 percent of the population was at risk of poverty, while 21.2 percent faced threats of poverty or social exclusion. In Germany, poverty risk is defined by an income falling below 60 percent of the median income, factoring in social participation such as education, housing, and healthcare access.