You believe in promoting policies that maximize the overall well-being and happiness of individuals in society.
Welfarism is a political ideology that emphasizes the welfare or well-being of the community, particularly its most vulnerable members. It is rooted in the belief that the state has a responsibility to provide a certain level of material security for its citizens, especially those who are unable to provide for themselves. This ideology is often associated with social democratic and socialist political movements, but it can also be found in other political traditions.
The origins of welfarism can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, during a period of rapid industr…
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you think your day-to-day stress levels would change if there was a safety net for your essential needs?
@9JL4CL61yr1Y
It would bring some relief to think that there is a safety net.
@9JLRHC3Libertarian1yr1Y
If my house burns down and I don't have insurence because I cant afford it because im living off of minimum wage I will be homeless and starve, if we have a safety net for basic needs ill know that i wont starve.
@9JL44391yr1Y
I would be worried that the government would have to much control over me.
@9JL48J61yr1Y
I wouldn't know what reaction I would have depending on the situation.
If people didn't have to worry about things like food and what meal they're going to eat next, they would be a lot less stress
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might an increase in mental health support as part of welfare affect school environments and student well-being?
@9JL3WNY1yr1Y
They would make school life much more enjoyable for students.
@9JLWV84 1yr1Y
Because I can't walk through the hallways without misgendering somebody and then getting in trouble for it. So I get in trouble for knowing basic biology and having my own opinion. And I believe I have the right to not have to participate in their illusions/fantasys.
@9JL42NK1yr1Y
An increase in mental health suport as part of welfare woul positively affect school environments and student wellbeing.
@9JL3DC9Independent1yr1Y
It would increase it because there would be more support for people who need it.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can you share a time when you felt a government program improved your life or the life of someone close to you?
@9KV63X4Republican1yr1Y
@9KV68HY1yr1Y
Food stamps have really helped my family afford to get more groceries.
@9KV5Z371yr1Y
Never. It steals from hard working people and gives it to the inferior, undeserving people. Allows the weak to prosper. Is there any wonder that our hegemony is crumbling?
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How do you think your future aspirations would be impacted by living in a society with strong welfare support?
@9J5V9T41yr1Y
Welfare could really help people in need and people who don ´ t have a lot of money. It would very helpful for me.
@9J5T2H61yr1Y
My future probably will not be impacted that much by a strong welfare support system. We need to have a strong welfare system in order to help people in need and get them back on their feet
@9J5VYMSLibertarian1yr1Y
With a strong well fare this country could supply it people of low income with life saving supplies.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What's the strongest argument for or against welfare that you've heard, and how did it affect your views?
@9KHVZKRIndependent 1yr1Y
I think everyone should have the chance to do better. Although we shouldn't make an extra effort to help those who are less fortunate because they voluntarily choose to not work. I think it is fair to say that we work for what we earn.
@9KHS42W1yr1Y
Everyone should be given the opportunity to improve, but we should not go out of our way to improve those less fortunate who chose to become less fortunate.
@9KHRQ9CRepublican1yr1Y
Everyone should be given the opportunity to improve, but we should not go out of our way to improve those less fortunate who chose to become less fortunate.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can a balance between rewarding hard work and providing welfare be achieved, and what would that look like to you?
@9JL4GP31yr1Y
Yes it can. The State must guarantee a basic minimum standard of dignity for all people
@9JL4CWSIndependent1yr1Y
Yes, it is achievable. To oversimplify it, if a citizen is working and meets multiple criteria, we should then provide livable welfare.
@9JL4G6M1yr1Y
If they have a job or trying to get one but not make enough money they deserve welfare
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you think it's fair to redistribute wealth from the rich to support the poor, and why?
@9H8V8DJ2yrs2Y
yes the rich make their money on the backs of the poor, and then refuse to pay a fair wage
I don't think it is fair to redistribute wealth from the rich but I think we can tax them more and use the taxes taken to create poverty relief programs.
@9H8XMZB2yrs2Y
Is because the only reason why their's such high taxes and inflammation nowadays is that other companies are starting to get greedy with the money they obtain by buying food from the market or just buying a drink from the gas station, All of the drinks, foods, or diary products something that has to be relating for food is going to be getting taxed. Not forgetting to mention that some stores tax .20 - .10$ depending on the amount of items that you have in your cart/ bag; making the poor people even poorer while the rich will get richer than ever, making it a lot more difficult to ever succeed in life with a minimum wage job.
@9H8TYB92yrs2Y
The origins of welfarism can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, during a period of rapid industrialization and urbanization in Western Europe and North America. The harsh conditions faced by many workers and their families during this time led to calls for government intervention to improve living standards and protect the rights of workers. This led to the establishment of various social welfare programs, such as public health initiatives, unemployment insurance, and old-age pensions.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
If you had to choose, would you prioritize funding for healthcare or education, and why?
@9HM58P52yrs2Y
healthcare and education are connected, and improvements in one area can positively impact the other. For instance, a healthy and educated population tends to be more productive and better equipped to contribute to the overall well-being of society.
@9HM4XKXRepublican2yrs2Y
Federal pay for Helathcare - State pay for education
Education because it will be easier to prevent health issues if one is educated on it.
@9HM4XBT2yrs2Y
Healthcare because it should be one of the upmost priority to allow access to your health
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How do you imagine societal attitudes might change if everyone received equal access to basic welfare services?
@9HW2KCVIndependent2yrs2Y
everyone deserves these services. societal attitudes will definitely be better, it should be a requirement that everyone receives these services.
@9HXGHSP1yr1Y
Equal access to welfare services lowers the gap between the upper and lower class. By allowing the poor to stay poor, we are increasing potential animosity between the two groups due to jealousy.
the complex of policies, attitudes, and beliefs associated with the welfare state
@9HW2H4X2yrs2Y
There will be less in poverty and a decreased homeless population. With an increase in the wellbeing of the population, it will increase, which will increase the economy.
@9HW2KN72yrs2Y
People leaning towards the right will be against said welfare services, while the left will be in full support.
After some time I believe everyone will realize that it is for the betterment of our country.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
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@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
What do you think is more important for society: individual success or collective well-being?
@9HCYYKZ2yrs2Y
individual success is considered more important than collective well-being.the emphasis should be on personal responsibility and individual achievement rather than prioritizing collective welfare.
individuals should be encouraged to pursue their own success through hard work, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance without excessive dependence on government welfare programs. A focus on individual success leads to overall prosperity, as it encourages innovation, competition, and personal initiative.
limited government intervention in welfare programs, that excessive welfare can foster dependency and hinder individual drive and ambition.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What dreams could you chase if financial worries weren't an obstacle in your life or the lives of those you care about?
@9JL45CKIndependent1yr1Y
rebuild the system of services and commerce by tanking the economy then build it back up by a flat rate progression of 0.02% fixed rate for anybody struggling
@9JL3Y4C1yr1Y
i would be a liscened cosmotologist with my own shop.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you imagine life would change if there were no economic barriers to pursuing higher education?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you think your life aspirations would be impacted by a shift towards a welfare-focused society?
@9L74VW21yr1Y
I think my life would improve because more people would go on welfare creating more jobs needing to be filled and the salary's for skilled labor would go up
@9L74S99 1yr1Y
Some individuals might perceive such a shift as limiting personal ambition or individual achievement. They may worry about higher taxes or increased government intervention in their lives, which could potentially hinder their ability to pursue certain career paths or financial goals. This could lead them to prioritize personal success and financial independence over contributing to a collective welfare system.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If your wellbeing was not tied to your job, would you consider a different career path, and why?
Yes, because people think of a career that will be good for them financially and not happy.
@9L5PMGG1yr1Y
yes because sometimes we choose a career path that can be economically successful but not what makes the person actually happy.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you think having safety nets for the less fortunate makes a society stronger?
@9HM4NR72yrs2Y
yes because it would give people a second chance kind of in case they mess up with their financial choices.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What's more essential to you, the freedom to succeed or the assurance that you won't fail?
@9KNBPKPRepublican1yr1Y
freedom to succeed, people need to fail before they can truly succeed. people learn from failure
@9KNB39Q1yr1Y
The freedom to succeed is more essential to me because it lets you try and try again until you can achieve your objective.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Imagine your ideal day in a society with perfect welfare; what activities does it include?
@9L94B681yr1Y
should not come at the expense of the environment or social equity. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of economic, social, and environmental factors, and promotes a balanced approach to development that.
equality of opportunity, equitable distribution of wealth, and public responsibility for those unable to avail themselves of the minimal provisions of a good life.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What personal goals might you pursue if concerns over financial survival weren't an obstacle?
I think it's really important to provide better healthcare because a lot of people don't have access to it, but it's essential for the economy
@9KW2DP41yr1Y
You could argue that it's less socialistic than the US' welfare system, which imposes lots of behaviour controls on its recipients.
@ISIDEWITH10mos10MO
How might your approach to education or career aspirations shift if you knew you always had a financial safety net?
@9TG8QPRProgressive10mos10MO
I would be much more willing to make a switch in careers knowing that the transfer between them would be safe.
@9TFYTWP10mos10MO
I would take more risks in my career for a higher return.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Do you believe that hobbies and passions should be supported by welfare programs, and could this benefit education?
@9L5JFWY1yr1Y
Yes, I believe that it will make the people as a whole more happy and also encourage creativity for later generations and show that the government cares about more than just what directly benefits them.
@9L5HBWD1yr1Y
Yes, they should be supported by welfare programs and this would benefit education.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What concerns might disappear from your life with the introduction of a universal basic income?
@9LFQ6P91yr1Y
Wealth gaps would close further and take a great amount of stress from the lives of many people.
@9LFPZRSProgressive1yr1Y
harmonize the tensions inherent to the capitalist system, through an administration aimed at solving poverty, inequality, discrimination, unemployment, modern forms of slavery, war and criminal cruelty.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Can you imagine a world where everyone's basic needs are met; what does that look like to you?
Yes I can imagine such a world. We should strive to end poverty.
@9HM4GWG 2yrs2Y
better; do not want full government control just the basic natural rights and enough to survive without debt
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might your approach to teamwork or group projects be influenced by the principles of collective welfare?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Imagine a society where every person has their dignity preserved through welfare; what does it look like to you?
@9THHNPY10mos10MO
I think it is a dishonorable society, due to the fact that only the rich would have their most amount of power and the poor don't really have any dignity at all.
@9TFRZSV10mos10MO
It looks like a horrible society, due to the fact that only the rich would have their dignity and the poor would not have any dignity at all, maybe they dont even know what dignity is anymore.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How differently would you approach your education or career plans knowing that a robust safety net existed?
@9KPCWLF 1yr1Y
I wouldn't change my plans because I don't care how much I have to pay to get to where I want to go because I can work hard to my achive my goals.
I would take riskier challenges and investment, since their is a fall back if I fail.
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