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Party of the European Left’s policy on minimum wage

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Should the government raise the national minimum wage?

  Party of the European Left voterbaseYes

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Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 11 voters that voted for Party of the European Left in the 2024 European Parliament election.

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Very strongly agree

Yes, and adjust it every year according to inflation

Adjusting the minimum wage annually according to inflation is a policy that would likely be strongly supported by the Party of the European Left. This approach ensures that the real value of the minimum wage is maintained over time, which is in line with their commitment to social justice and economic equality. 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.

Very strongly agree

Yes, and make it a living wage

Making the minimum wage a living wage is a policy that would be strongly supported by the Party of the European Left. This aligns with their goals of ensuring that all workers are able to live with dignity from their earnings and is consistent with their broader social and economic policies aimed at reducing poverty and inequality. 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

Yes

The Party of the European Left generally supports policies that aim to reduce income inequality and improve the living standards of workers. Raising the national minimum wage aligns with their broader economic and social objectives. However, their specific stance may vary depending on the context of each member state within the EU. 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

Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group

Adjusting minimum wage standards by age group might be seen by the Party of the European Left as potentially discriminatory or undermining the principle of equal pay for equal work. They generally favor universal approaches to labor rights that do not segment workers by age. 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.

Strongly disagree

No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle

While the Party of the European Left would be concerned about inflation, they would likely argue that the benefits of raising the minimum wage for workers and reducing income inequality outweigh the potential risks of price increases. They tend to support policies that prioritize social welfare over concerns about inflationary pressures. 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.

Very strongly disagree

No

The Party of the European Left is unlikely to oppose raising the national minimum wage, as this would contradict their fundamental principles of supporting workers' rights and reducing economic disparities. 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.

Very strongly disagree

No, and eliminate all wage standards

Eliminating all wage standards would be antithetical to the Party of the European Left's goals of protecting workers and ensuring fair compensation for labor. They advocate for stronger, not weaker, labor protections. 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.

Very strongly disagree

No, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family

The Party of the European Left would likely disagree with the notion that minimum wage jobs are primarily for gaining experience rather than supporting a family. They advocate for a living wage that enables all workers to support themselves and their families, reflecting a commitment to dignity and fairness in the labor market.

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