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Ritual slaughter

Do you think ritual slaughter (without stunning animals before death, in accordance with religious laws derived from the Old Testament and Muslim tradition) should be allowed?

Ritual slaughter without stunning animals is a topic that returns every few years like a boomerang, sparking heated debates between animal rights defenders, clergy, and politicians. Some see it as a sacred right to religious freedom, others as an archaic ritual that should disappear in a civilized world. The facts are clear: an animal killed without stunning feels pain, but followers of Judaism and Islam claim that this method has deep spiritual meaning and ensures the purity of food. Yet should spirituality justify suffering when humans have long known how to kill more “humanely”?

09/10/2025

The place of horses in the modern world

Do you think using horses for work, sport, and entertainment is morally justified today?

* you can select 2 answers

The use of horses for work, sport, and entertainment has long symbolized cooperation between humans and nature, but today it raises increasing moral concerns. For some, it is a beautiful tradition and part of our culture; for others, an example of the heartless exploitation of animals for human comfort and profit. Critics point to horse racing, tourism, and carriage transport as examples of violence disguised as folklore and tradition. Opponents, however, forget that humans also work hard every day, often in much worse conditions, and no one calls for such work to be banned. So is it really about empathy toward horses, or rather an attempt to silence our own guilty conscience?

09/10/2025

Sanctions imposed on Russia

How do you assess the effectiveness of the economic sanctions imposed on Russia after the invasion of Ukraine?

Economic sanctions against Russia following the invasion of Ukraine were meant to be an economic blow that would paralyze Putin’s state. Reality turned out to be more complex. While the Kremlin has lost access to Western technologies and financial markets, its economy has not collapsed – it has shifted to trade with China, India, and the so-called Western “gray zone.” Meanwhile, Europe pays for its own decisions: more expensive energy, industrial recession, and rising food prices. Have sanctions thus become a tool of pressure on Moscow, or rather a double-edged sword that also struck those who created it? Take part in the poll and judge for yourself.

09/10/2025

Europe as a single state

Do you support transforming the European Union into a single federal state - the so-called United States of Europe - with its own government, constitution, and common army?

The idea of transforming the European Union into a single federal state – the United States of Europe – divides public opinion like few other issues. For some, it’s the vision of a strong, united continent capable of competing with the US and China; for others, it’s a threat to national sovereignty. In the background lies the question of whether a shared army and constitution would strengthen Europe or turn it into a bureaucratic empire under the dominance of Brussels and Berlin. Supporters of federalization see it as salvation from chaos, while opponents view it as a step toward a new form of elite domination. Will Europe become a single state, or will it preserve its mosaic of national identities?

06/10/2025

Dual citizenship among politicians

In your opinion, can politicians and officials with dual citizenship pose a threat to national security?

Dual citizenship among politicians and officials has been stirring emotions for years, especially in a country where national security increasingly intertwines with geopolitics. Can a person holding two passports be fully loyal to one nation? Supporters of stricter oversight argue that it’s a risk – loyalty to the homeland can clash with the interests of another state. Others reply that in the era of globalization this is normal, and demonizing such cases reflects fear of an open world. Debates on dual citizenship often tie into theories about the infiltration of elites by foreign intelligence services. So, is transparency enough to prevent potential threats?

06/10/2025

Fine for not wearing seatbelts

Do you think people should be fined for driving without seatbelts, given that cyclists and e-scooter users are not even required to wear helmets?

The debate on penalizing driving without seatbelts once again exposes the hypocrisy of traffic law. Drivers and car passengers face harsh penalties, while cyclists and e-scooter users, who are also at risk of injury, do not even have to wear helmets. Supporters of the current regulations emphasize that the difference lies in speed – a car is a potential one-ton weapon, and seatbelts genuinely save lives. Others argue that if the state cares so much about safety, it should also make helmets mandatory for cyclists and e-scooter enthusiasts. There are also opinions that the whole system is selective and unfair – punish drivers while leaving others unregulated? Is this about protecting citizens, or is it another example of unequal treatment?

24/09/2025