A selection of videos about raising the retirement age in Russia

One of the most discussed topics on the Internet has been the increase in the retirement age in the Russian Federation. The initiative was launched in June 2018. A gradual transition to new conditions is planned no earlier than 2019. Medvedev’s video speech on raising the retirement age caused mass appeals about the innovations of the current Government.

What do they say in the video about increasing the retirement age in the Russian Federation?

To keep abreast of the latest news, Russians prefer to watch videos about raising the retirement age rather than read the tabloids. Some of them are frankly pranks, comic videos, however, citizens’ comments about the news about raising the retirement age are much more serious.

One of the first sensations on the YouTube channel was a video of a nurse . In her poems, the girl talks about pressing problems: lack of funds, pension reforms and how difficult it is to be an ordinary citizen of Russia.

Zhirinovsky is against reform

Vladimir Zhirinovsky was one of the first to speak out about raising the retirement age. The LDPR leader spoke about the obvious shortcomings of the proposal . His video message provides alternative options for getting rid of financial problems: increasing taxes for corporations, expediting the issuance of documents for foreigners, developing the local market and rural areas.

Zyuganov's opinion on the reform of the Russian Government

Zyuganov, on behalf of the communists, called the reform “cannibalistic” in a video release . The leader criticized changes in legislation after the presidential elections of the Russian Federation. The deputy was not shy in his statements, which gave rise to a large number of comments about the “ cool video .”

Russians perceived the communists' position as an attempt to regain their former popularity. Zyuganov’s video cannot be called funny, but the arguments of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation are based not on new options for the country’s development, but on criticism of the leading party.

Oleg Shein: about the economy, taxes and the situation with the Pension Fund

State Duma deputy Oleg Shein spoke in detail and in an accessible manner about the problems in the Russian economy. A member of the A Just Russia party explained what the preconditions for the deficit in the Pension Fund are, and what the ministers say about this.

In his video speech in the State Duma, Shane is not afraid to criticize the situation in Russia, comparing it with striking examples of other countries. The popularity of the deputy’s statements is not inferior to the President’s video - more than 2.9 million views on YouTube.

Putin on the reform of the Pension Fund of Russia

“ As long as I am President, there will be no such increase ...” This phrase from Putin’s 2005 video address became the most discussed in June 2018.

13 years ago, the country's leader spoke out categorically against changing the age threshold. In 2013, the President made strong arguments for his position. But after 5 years, in 2018, Vladimir Vladimirovich’s opinion changed dramatically.

The video clip on YouTube contains the politician’s most striking statements in historical order: from aggressive protest to arguments in favor of a new reform.

Medvedev and his pension reform

Medvedev's videos, in which he talks about raising the retirement age, are among the most discussed on the Internet. The Prime Minister makes the case for the bill. Medvedev notes that conditions in the country have improved significantly over the past 30 years, including increased life expectancy .

In his address, Medvedev announced raising the retirement age as a necessary government measure. Changes will occur gradually, starting in 2019.

Oppositionist Navalny: video about the new bill

Navalny's video jokes always receive millions of views on YouTube. In his next address, Navalny harshly ridiculed the bill in his critical manner . He is sometimes compared to Shnurov, calling him a master of shocking behavior on the political stage.

In his video, the activist noted that politicians are not interested in what people think about raising the retirement age. Citizens are concerned that more than 40% of the country's residents will not live to see retirement . In his opinion, the new reform will only worsen the already negative situation in the economy.

Mikhail Leontiev: scandalous video on “First”

The presenter in his program openly stated that “the reform of the Government is not only necessary, but also significantly “overdue.” Russia cannot emulate the West by using an outdated system in the Pension Fund.”

The video caused a general resonance : the majority of Russians do not support Leontyev’s opinion, believing that the Government obliged the media representative to support Medvedev’s initiative.

What do people think about the promotion?

As Putin's press secretary D. Peskov told reporters, according to experts, the opinion of Russians regarding increasing the retirement age will be negative.

Citizens' dissatisfaction was reflected in a petition against raising the retirement age. At the beginning of July 2018, more than 2.7 million Russians already agreed with it.

The people are not interested in the desire of deputies to adhere to European standards, and the predicted increase in indexation in connection with the adoption of the reform.

What do politicians say about increasing the retirement age in the Russian Federation?

Statements by State Duma deputies were divided. Russian Deputy Prime Minister Golikova explained at a press conference the government’s position regarding the innovation in terms of retirement age. The woman spoke about the abolition of the point system and the gradual introduction of reform.

V. Matvienko spoke openly and harshly about the need to implement the bill and the obsolescence of the old system.

One of the leaders of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation P. Grudinin opposed updating the reform. The politician believes that so far there is no basis in Russia for the adoption of such a bill, and the new direction will not solve the obligations assigned to it.

Cool videos about increasing PV

Putin did not find the words to answer the question: “How can a resident of Russia survive on 9,000 rubles a month?”

Latest news on pension reform

Dozens of media figures, as well as economists, analysts and media personalities, spoke about raising the retirement age in Russia (video on the YouTube channel). Expert opinions differ from each other.

Vladimir Pozner did not give a critical assessment of the new reform, noting only that politicians were not ready for such a number of dissatisfied citizens.

His colleague, Vladimir Solovyov , a supporter of the current Government, surprised the public with a negative opinion about the reform.

Mikhail Delyagin was more categorical in his statements. In a popular video (YouTube) on the topic, the economist considers the bill “another attempt by the Government to rob citizens’ wallets.” The famous publicist Alexander Nevzorov agrees with him. A video review of the expert’s opinion is also posted on YouTube.

Another Russian scientist, Evgeniy Satanovsky, spoke harshly. He believes that citizens should not complain about the activities of the government they themselves elected.