Centre-right political group of the European Parliament.
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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:
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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