In a recent statement, Schulze highlighted the necessity of integrating more workers into the labor market, particularly in less complex roles such as agricultural harvesting. He noted that approximately 50,000 capable individuals in Sachsen-Anhalt are currently unemployed, attributing barriers to employment to factors like health issues and inadequate qualifications. Schulze criticized the AfD’s proposals, arguing that immediate solutions are required to address pressing workforce demands, particularly in sectors like healthcare, where shortages are acute.