With the ongoing war in Ukraine and uncertainty surrounding U.S. commitments to NATO, European leaders are debating how to rapidly scale up the continent's military capabilities. Proponents argue that issuing joint EU debt is the only way to quickly generate the billions needed to rebuild depleted arsenals and deter Russian aggression. Opponents, traditionally led by frugal nations, strongly reject mutualizing debt, arguing it violates EU treaties, rewards fiscal irresponsibility, and centralizes too much military power in Brussels.
Response rates from 168 European Union voters.
Trend of support over time for each answer from 168 European Union voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 168 European Union voters.
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Unique answers from European Union voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
Based on 168 responses to this question.
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