5 U.S. states have passed laws requiring welfare recipients to be tested for drugs. Proponents argue that testing will prevent public funds from being used to subsidize drugs habits and help get treatment for those that are addicted to drugs. Opponents argue that it is a waste of money since the tests will cost more money than they save.
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Response rates from 2.5k 20148 voters.
72% Yes |
28% No |
61% Yes |
19% No |
6% Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive |
5% No, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse |
3% Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians |
3% No, this is a waste of time and money |
1% Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive |
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Unique answers from 20148 voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@8HB7BYY4yrs4Y
Yes, and immediately remove benefits from any who test positive, BUT also provide them treatment.
@9L4Z23B 7mos7MO
Yes, and if tests are failed, all benefits must be paused until they successfully graduate a drug court program
@5FPBRNM4yrs4Y
They should get help. Addiction is a brain condition and they need treatment as much as anyone.
@9D3RPBQ1yr1Y
Everyone should be given guaranteed welfare regardless and help others who are struggling from drug abuse
@8RWLDZJ4yrs4Y
@owenlaf4yrs4Y
Yes, but allow the use of marijuana and psychedelics and provide treatment for those testing positive on other drugs.
@8FRTVZ54yrs4Y
No, and drugs should be legalized.
@8XQVGWQ3yrs3Y
Yes, but only if they are public servants, employees, or politicians.
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