Skilled temporary work visas are usually given to foreign scientists, engineers, programmers, architects, executives, and other positions or fields where demand outpaces supply. Most businesses argue that hiring skilled foreign workers allows them to competitively fill positions which are in high demand. Opponents argue that skilled immigrants decrease middle class wages and job tenure.
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Response rates from 827 Constitutional Democratic voters.
72% Increase |
19% Decrease |
66% Increase |
9% Decrease |
6% Increase, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost |
5% Decrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs |
5% Decrease, companies are currently taking advantage of this program to decrease wages |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 827 Constitutional Democratic voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 827 Constitutional Democratic voters.
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Unique answers from Constitutional Democratic voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9BHT9K32yrs2Y
Increase, if immigrants pay the same amount of taxes as citizens.
@97XPMGY2yrs2Y
Keep the current amount with the prevention of decreased wages by companies
@97Q57CX2yrs2Y
The question requires a more detailed and nuanced answer about local Japanese economics and the immigration process for foreigners before deciding the status of temporary work visas. Leave it as is for now.
