5 U.S. states have passed laws requiring welfare recipients to be tested for drugs. Germany does not currently test welfare recipients 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.
33% Yes |
67% No |
26% Yes |
58% No |
3% Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive |
5% No, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse |
2% Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians |
4% No, this is a waste of time and money |
1% Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive |
See how support for each position on “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 7.7k Germany voters.
Loading data...
Loading chart...
See how importance of “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 7.7k Germany voters.
Loading data...
Loading chart...
Unique answers from Germany users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@99ZCDMP1yr1Y
No, but drug misuse should be treated as a medical issue and treatment should be accessible to all
@8W38K623yrs3Y
Replace most welfare programs with a universal basic income for all.
@ISIDEWITH3yrs3Y
Yes, If a recipient is tested positive we should encourage/force positive-tested recipients to go to rehab
Explore other topics that are important to Germany voters.
@ISIDEWITH1wk1W
Artificial intelligence (AI) makes it possible for machines to learn from experience, adjust to new inputs and perform human-like tasks. Lethal autonomous weapons systems use artificial intelligence to identify and kill human targets without human intervention. Russia, the United States and China have…
@ISIDEWITH2mos2MO
The Israel-Hamas war is an armed conflict between Israel and Hamas militant groups that has been taking place in and around the Gaza strip since October 7 2023. The conflict started when Hamas militant groups fired rockets and attacked communities and military bases in southern Israel. 1,139 people…
