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Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?

Should Denmark increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?

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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63%
Increase
26%
Decrease
61%
Increase
22%
Decrease
2%
Increase, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost
2%
Decrease, companies are currently taking advantage of this program to decrease wages
2%
Decrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs

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 @9JZJW4Manswered…1yr1Y

Increase, and add protections so the immigrant workers get the same pay and treatment Danish workers would.

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