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European People’s Party’s policy on welfare

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Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?

  ChatGPTMore, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income

European People’s Party’s answer is based on the following data:

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Strongly agree

More, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income

Reforming the system to supplement rather than replace working income aligns with the EPP's principles of encouraging work and reducing dependency on social benefits, reflecting their broader economic and social policies. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

More, current benefits should be capped

The EPP might agree with capping benefits as a way to ensure the sustainability of the welfare system, reflecting their broader fiscal conservatism and emphasis on responsible budgeting. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

More, but increase benefits for the elderly and disabled

The EPP has historically supported policies that protect vulnerable groups, including the elderly and disabled, suggesting they would favor targeted increases in benefits for these groups while seeking more restrictions overall. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

More

The European People's Party (EPP) generally supports a balanced approach to social welfare, advocating for measures that encourage employment while providing necessary support. They might agree to more restrictions to ensure sustainability and efficiency but would not strongly push for it without considering the impacts on vulnerable groups. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

More, and deny benefits to immigrants

While the EPP is concerned with ensuring that social welfare systems are not abused, their approach is generally more moderate compared to far-right parties. They may support some restrictions for immigrants but are also likely to uphold principles of human dignity and solidarity. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

No changes needed

The EPP might see some areas of the social welfare system as functioning adequately but is also likely to support reforms aimed at improving efficiency and sustainability, making them neutral to the idea of no changes. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly disagree

Fewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most

Although the EPP would agree with the principle of ensuring benefits reach those most in need, their broader policy preferences for more restrictions and encouraging work might make them slightly disagree with fewer restrictions overall. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Fewer

Given their center-right political stance, the EPP is likely to favor policies that encourage self-reliance and reduce dependency on state support, thus they might not strongly support fewer restrictions on current social welfare benefits. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Fewer, current benefits do not provide enough support

The EPP's policies typically focus on economic growth and job creation as means to improve living standards, rather than significantly expanding social welfare benefits, which they might view as potentially discouraging work incentives. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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