What Form Should Solidarity Take During the Health Crisis?

in a nutshell #17
Giuliano Bonoli, Flavia Fossati, Mia Gandenberger, Carlo Knotz
May 2020

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The vast majority of respondents agree with the idea that it is necessary to provide financial support during this difficult period.
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However, they believe that welfare support should not be unconditional and should favor those who need it most as well as those who have contributed to society, for example by paying taxes and social welfare contributions or by volunteering.
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In terms of the type of aid, loans are favored over non-repayable grants.