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Public opinion in Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic and Slovakia

Hungary: March 2-8,2017 Poland: March 8-14,2017 Czech Republic: March 8-21,2017 Slovakia: March 8-22,2017

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• This survey was conducted on behalf of the International Republican Institute by Ipsos

Hungary Zrt.

• Data was collected from March 2 and March 8, 2017 through face-to-face interviews.
• The total number of interviews was 1,000.
• Sample size: Total population (n=1,000).
• Margin of error: Plus or minus 3.25 percent with 95 percent confidence level.
• The sample is comprised of Hungarian residents aged 18 years and older.
• Regions included in the sample: Central Hungary; Central Transdanubia; Western

Transdanubia; Southern Transdanubia; Northern Hungary; Northern Great Plain; and Southern Great Plain. The sample includes both urban and rural inhabitants. Inhabitants

• f poorly accessible, remote parts of the country (comprising approximately 1% percent
• f population) were excluded from the sample.
• The sample design was a three-stage random sample.
• Stage One: Primary sampling unit—settlements (number of sampling points=103).
• Stage Two: Secondary sampling unit—addresses (selected randomly from the data

base of the State Address Registration Office; based on stata allocation, random equal probability selection of addresses is performed).

• Stage Three: Tertiary sampling unit—respondent (within randomly selected address,

selection of respondent is done using quotas based on age and gender).

• Figures in charts and tables may not add up to 100 percent due to rounding error and/or

multiple choice answers.

Hungary: Methodology

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• This survey was conducted on behalf of the International Republican Institute by Ipsos Sp. z.o.o.
• Data was collected between March 8 and March 14, 2017 through face-to-face interviews.
• The total number of interviews was 1,020.
• Sample size: Total sample (n=1,000).
• Margin of error: Plus or minus 3.25 percent with 95 percent confidence level.
• The sample is comprised of Polish residents aged 18 years and older.
• Regions included in the sample: Central; South; East; Northwest; and Southwest. The sample

includes both urban and rural inhabitants. Areas of the population excluded from the sample: none.

• The sample design was a two-stage random sample.
• Stage One: Primary sampling unit—Gminas (principal units of the administrative divisions of

Poland) selected with probability proportional to size.

• Stage Two: Secondary sampling unit—respondents (random equal probability selection of

individuals; stratified by gender and age).

• Figures in charts and tables may not add up to 100 percent due to rounding error and/or multiple

choice answers. *Note: The methodology used in the Poland survey employed less stringent guidelines in encouraging respondents to choose a specific answer. As a result, there is a higher incidence of “Don’t know” responses in the Poland survey.

Poland: Methodology

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• This survey was conducted on behalf of the International Republican Institute by Ipsos

Czech Republic.

• Data was collected between March 8 and March 21, 2017 through face-to-face interviews.
• The total number of interviews was 1,016.
• Sample size: Total population (n=1,016).
• Margin of error: Plus or minus 3.29 percent with 95 percent confidence level.
• The sample is comprised of Czech residents, aged 18 to 65 years.
• Regions included in the sample: Prague; Central Bohemia; Southwest; Northwest;

Northeast; Southeast; Central Moravia; and Moravia Selezia. The sample includes both urban and rural inhabitants. Areas of the population excluded from the sample: none.

• The sample design was a two stage random sample.
• Stage One: Primary sampling unit—settlements.
• Stage Two: Secondary sampling unit—respondent (selection of individuals using

quotas by gender and age).

• Figures in charts and tables may not add up to 100 percent due to rounding error and/or

multiple choice answers.

Czech Republic: Methodology

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• The survey was conducted on behalf of the International Republican Institute by Ipsos

Slovakia.

• Data was collected between March 8 and March 22, 2017 through face-to-face interviews.
• The total number of interviews was 1,024.
• Sample size: Total population (n=1,024).
• Margin of error: Plus or minus 3.23 percent with 95 percent confidence level.
• The sample is comprised of Slovakian residents aged 18 to 65 years.
• Regions included in the sample: Bratislava Region; Western Slovakia; Central Slovakia;

and Eastern Slovakia. The sample includes both urban and rural inhabitants. Areas of the population excluded from the sample: none.

• The sample design was a two stage random sample.
• Stage One: Primary sampling unit—settlements.
• Stage Two: Secondary sampling units—respondents (selected individuals using gender

and age).

• Figures in charts and tables may not add up to 100 percent due to rounding error and/or

multiple choice answers.

Slovakia: Methodology

Opinions on the National and Regional Context

Generally speaking, would you say that [your country] is heading…

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40% 53% 31% 38% 0% 2% 12% 12% 59% 45% 57% 50% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% In the right direction Don't know In the wrong direction

What would you say is the single biggest problem facing [your country] today; that is, the one that you yourself are most concerned about?*

28% 15% 13% 3% 12% 3% 4% 2% 4% 1% 1% 14% 6% 13% 17% 10% 6% 1% 2% 3% 2% 5%

10% 16% 9% 11% 2% 7% 8% 6% 3% 5% 1% 17% 19% 16% 6% 9% 5% 2% 4% 4% 4% 0%

Poverty and social inequality Corruption Unemployment and jobs Politics, internal politics Healthcare Economy Immigration control Social problems Pensions Crime Work of the institutions, rule of law Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

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What would you say is the single biggest problem facing [your country] today; that is, the one that you are most concerned about? (spontaneous answers)

9 Problem Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia Poverty and social inequality 28% 14% 10% 17% Corruption 15% 6% 16% 19% Unemployment and jobs 13% 13% 9% 16% Politics/Internal politics 3% 17% 11% 6% Healthcare 12% 10% 2% 9% Economy 3% 6% 7% 5% Immigration control 4% 1% 8% 2% Social problems 2% 2% 6% 4% Pensions 4% 3% 3% 4% Crime 1% 2% 5% 4% Terrorism 2% 2% 4% 3% Education/School system 3% 2% 1% 3% Problems affecting youth 4% 2% 1% 1% Work of the institutions/Rule of law 1% 5% 1% 0% Safety/Peace/Security 1% 2% 3% 1% Rise of extremism 1% 0% 2% 3% Taxes 1% 2% 2% 1% Nepotism 1% 1% 1% 1% Judiciary 0% 1% 1% 1% Fundamental rights 0% 1% 0% 1% Threats to the environment 1% 0% 1% 0% Labor rights 0% 0% 1% 0% Other 1% 3% 4% 2% Don’t know 4% * * See “Poland: Methodology,” Slide 3.

What is the single biggest problem facing Europe today; that is, the one that you are most concerned about?

26% 18% 10% 4% 4% 8% 6% 3% 3% 4% 3% 18% 10% 8% 7% 9% 4% 1% 5% 6% 2% 5% 20% 26% 5% 7% 5% 5% 7% 5% 4% 3% 1% 20% 12% 10% 6% 6% 7% 8% 7% 4% 5% 3%

Terrorism Immigration control Poverty and social inequality Safety/Peace/Security Politics/Internal politics Corruption Rise of extremism Economy Unemployment and jobs Crime Healthcare Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

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What is the single biggest problem facing Europe today; that is, the one that you are most concerned about? (spontaneous answers)

11 Problem Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia Terrorism 26% 18% 20% 20% Immigration control 18% 10% 26% 12% Poverty and social inequality 10% 8% 5% 10% Safety/Peace/Security 4% 7% 7% 6% Politics/Internal politics 4% 9% 5% 6% Corruption 8% 4% 5% 7% Rise of extremism 6% 1% 7% 8% Economy 3% 5% 5% 7% Unemployment and jobs 3% 6% 4% 4% Crime 4% 2% 3% 5% Healthcare 3% 5% 1% 3% Social problems 2% 2% 3% 2% Pensions 2% 3% 1% 2% Taxes 1% 2% 1% 1% Work of the institutions/Rule of law 0% 3% 0% 0% Threats to the environment 2% 1% 1% 1% Education/School system 1% 1% 0% 1% Problems affecting youth 2% 0% 0% 1% Nepotism 0% 1% 1% 0% Fundamental rights 0% 1% 0% 0% Labor rights 0% 0% 0% Judiciary 1% 0% 0% Other 1% 2% 5% 3% Don’t know 9%*

What has the greatest likelihood of threatening our way of life and our children’s future?

12 28% 34% 19% 6% 9% 3% 1% 31% 19% 10% 13% 9% 8% 2% 8% 33% 13% 24% 9% 7% 12% 1% 35% 20% 15% 9% 10% 10% 1%

Terrorism, extremism, and political violence Bankruptcy and the disappearance of health and social security systems Migration and demographic change War/Expansion of the conflict in Ukraine Collapse of banks/Financial system/General economic collapse Loss of culture, values, and the way of life we grew up with Other Don’t know* Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

Do you think that today’s generation of young people has a good future in [your country]?

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67% 57% 75% 74% 33% 43% 25% 26%

Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary

No Yes

Do you think that the process of globalization has benefitted or hurt your family?

14 11% 43% 41% 5% 6% 25% 37% 5% 27% 8% 38% 48% 6% 8% 38% 48% 6%

Very much hurt Somewhat hurt Somewhat benefitted Very much benefitted Don't know* Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

Did you vote in [your country’s] parliamentary elections?

68% 30% 2%

Yes No No response Hungary

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59% 38% 3%

Yes No No response Poland

58% 41% 1%

Yes No No response Czech Republic

69% 30% 1%

Yes No No response Slovakia

How likely, if at all, are you to vote in the next elections?

16 13% 15% 30% 42% 11% 12% 32% 37% 8% 16% 20% 31% 34% 10% 16% 35% 39%

Very unlikely Somewhat unlikely Somewhat likely Very likely Don't know* Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

If there are two candidates running for office and they have the same qualifications aside from the fact that one is a man and one is a woman, which candidate are you more likely to support?

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4% 15% 15% 14% 15% 60% 66% 65% 61% 25% 15% 21% 24%

Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

Man Makes no difference to me Woman Don’t know

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Trust in the Political System

What is needed more in [your country] right now?

46% 49% 5%

Stability/ Continuity Change Don't know

Hungary

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43% 53% 4%

Stability/ Continuity Change Don't know

Poland

60% 39% 1%

Stability/ Continuity Change Don't know

Czech Republic

46% 53% 1%

Stability/ Continuity Change Don't know

Slovakia

What should such a change look like?

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(Respondents who said that change is needed in the Hungary: n=497; Poland: n=527; Czech Republic: n=399; Slovakia: n=543) 39% 45% 23% 32% 23% 31% 38% 28% 38% 19% 39% 40% 4% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50%

Change of government from the current party to the opposition party Change of party leadership so that new people are in control Constitutional or systemic change that would alter completely the way government business is conducted Don’t know

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What is needed most at this time at the European level?

54% 37% 9%

Stability/Continuity Change Don't know

Hungary

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59% 33% 8%

Stability/Continuity Change Don't know

Poland

53% 46% 1%

Stability/Continuity Change Don't know

Czech Republic

58% 41% 1%

Stability/Continuity Change Don't know

Slovakia

If you could have only one or the other, which is more important to you: a democratic system of government or a prosperous economy?

22 24% 30% 32% 14% 20% 31% 29% 11% 9% 23% 26% 31% 20% 21% 26% 28% 26%

Democracy is definitely more important to me Democracy is somewhat more important to me Prosperity is somewhat more important to me Prosperity is definitely more important to me Don't know* Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

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“Politicians do not listen to the needs and ideas of women.”

69% 58% 69% 61% 31% 42% 23% 39% 8% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland* Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Agree Disagree Don't know

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

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"Politicians do not listen to the needs and ideas of young people.”

77% 63% 73% 68% 23% 37% 19% 32% 8% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland* Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Agree Disagree Don't know

Sources of Political News

From which source do you get most of your daily social and political news?

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49% 32% 26% 33% 27% 36% 37% 30% 20% 21% 27% 23% 3% 11% 10% 14%

Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

Major newspapers Online news sources (e.g. newspapers, websites, and blogs) Public television and radio Commercial television and radio

How often do you use social media as a source of daily news?

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41% 34% 47% 40% 32% 33% 30% 32% 9% 10% 13% 16% 17% 23% 10% 12%

Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

Never Rarely (once or twice per month) Occasionally (once or twice per week) Every day

Thinking about the major broadcasters, newspapers and similar media outlets, which statement is closest to your opinion?

37% 27% 30% 38% 39% 36% 46% 38% 24% 27% 24% 24% 11% 0% 0% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50%

The major media is professional and unbiased, and provides the basic information I need to know. The major media tries to be professional and unbiased, but their worldview prevents them from reporting the full picture. The major media is not concerned with factual and correct reporting of a story, but instead is focused on propagating a narrative that serves a particular interest. Don't know 28

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Do you watch or read media outlets that often have a different point of view than the major media outlets?

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50% 47% 61% 45% 15% 19% 18% 22% 23% 25% 16% 23% 13% 9% 5% 11%

Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

Every day Occasionally (once or twice a week) Rarely (once or twice a month) Never

Why do you think it is worthwhile to watch/read these alternative sources of news?

(Respondents who watch or read other media outlets that often have a different point of view than the major media outlets—Hungary: n=504; Poland: n=535; Czech Republic: n=399; Slovakia: n=568)

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42% 33% 29% 34% 21% 26% 30% 26% 22% 22% 29% 28% 15% 10% 12% 12% 10% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45%

I read these outlets to get all points of view so I can make up my mind for myself. I read these outlets because stories from these sources are often more fun or exciting than those in the major media. I read these outlets because the major media outlets often do not report some stories at all, so I have to read alternate sources to get the full picture. I read these outlets because major media outlets are biased and refuse to acknowledge simple truths. Alternative sources are willing to tell the truth. Don’t know

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Some people say that these alternative media outlets are funded by obscure sources related to Russia or the Russian government, and are engaged in efforts to mislead people. What is your response to this charge?

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16% 27% 24% 33% 38% 36% 33% 35% 38% 25% 21% 22% 16% 13% 6% 10% 8%

Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

I believe that the Russians or others are behind these media outlets, and that they are not always truthful. I still read them because they are fun and interesting. I would be concerned if these media outlets were funded by the Russians, but I have seen no evidence that this is true. I don't care if Russians fund these media – the main point is that they tell the truth. I don't believe that Russians fund these media outlets – it sounds like a conspiracy theory coming from anti-Russian interests.

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(Respondents who watch or read other media outlets that often have a different point of view than the major media outlets—Hungary: n=504; Poland: n=535; Czech Republic: n=399; Slovakia: n=568)

When a major international news story breaks, how do you generally get information about it? Who do you trust most to help you understand what is going on?

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23% 13% 23% 45% 55% 49% 64% 36% 22% 24% 13% 19% 13% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% I talk to my friends and colleagues, and read articles they forward me. I watch mainstream television, read national newspapers, or follow international major media. I seek out expertise on the issue from outlets that have a different point of view from the major media, including social media and various websites. Don’t know

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Let’s think about a particular international news story that has developed over the last few years – the crisis in Ukraine. Can you tell me your approach to learning about this situation?

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20% 17% 17% 14% 52% 51% 51% 51% 28% 32% 23% 35% 8% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland* Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% I was very interested and sought out information from as many sources as I could. I was somewhat interested but I didn't seek out information. I mainly watched what was on TV or read what was available on the national media outlets. I wasn't very interested, and rarely watched or read anything about this. Don’t know

As you heard about the crisis in Ukraine, which sources did you find most helpful to understanding the developments?

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44% 43% 56% 55% 33% 27% 36% 33% 17% 21% 20% 27% 18% 13% 10% 14% 11% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Major media such as state television and national newspapers Friends and family, who shared information and debated the implications Social media, with its trending news stories and videos Other media outlets that often have a different point of view than the major media Don’t know

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Issues of Identity

Opinions of the European Union: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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45% 41% 49% 35% 54% 56% 42% 51% 2% 3% 10% 15% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% The EU is a political community, granting certain rights and benefits to all citizens, and requiring loyalty and sacrifice in return. The EU is an association of sovereign states with little connection to individual citizens. Citizens owe loyalty and sacrifice to their states, not to the EU. Don't know

On a scale from 1 to 5, does [your country] have more in common with Western Europe or Russia in the following areas? (1=completely akin to Western Europe; 5=completely akin to Russia)

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17% 23% 37% 39% 8% 9% 19% 24% 9% 14% 16% 15% 12% 12% 22% 26% 37% 33% 18% 19% 56% 53% 39% 35% 57% 47% 43% 45% 49% 48% 33% 29% Culture and intellectual life Morality and values Employment and standard of living Healthcare, pensions, and other social benefits Culture and intellectual life Morality and values Employment and standard of living Healthcare, pensions, and other social benefits Culture and intellectual life Morality and values Employment and standard of living Healthcare, pensions, and other social benefits Culture and intellectual life Morality and values Employment and standard of living Healthcare, pensions, and other social benefits

Russia (4+5) Western Europe (1+2)

Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

How do you view developments in Europe concerning abortion, sexual rights, and religious liberty?

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21% 17% 40% 36% 32% 47% 30% 42% 32% 26% 27% 19% 15% 10% 3% 3% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50% The EU is pushing us to abandon our traditional values. The EU is helping us to expand our rights in a liberating new direction. The EU has little to do with shaping policies on these issues. Don't know

Vladimir Putin’s Russia has tried to portray itself as a defender of Christendom and traditional European values in areas ranging from the protection of the family unit to defending against Islamic and other non- European cultures. What is your opinion of this view of Russia?

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41% 27% 14% 18% 39% 55% 45% 49% 16% 14% 20% 14% 4% 4% 21% 19% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% It is true - on this issue at least, Russia has taken the side of traditional European values. It is not really true - Russia is just cynically pretending to stand up for traditional European values, while really pursuing its own geopolitical interests. It is not true at all - it demonstrates Russia's rejection of modern Western values of tolerance and inclusiveness. Don't know

How, then, do you view Russia and Putin as you try to address these changes in European culture and practice?

(Respondents who said that it is true that Russia is defending European values—Hungary: n=183; Poland: n=135; Czech Republic: n=269;

Slovakia: n=424)

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24% 21% 38% 37% 35% 60% 38% 38% 30% 10% 22% 24% 10% 8% 2% 2% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% Russia and Putin can be allies against an EU that is pushing us to abandon our values. I wish Russia could be an ally, but I don't trust Putin. Some cooperation could be possible, but I would be very careful. Regardless of my disagreement with some EU policies, I don't think Russia should have any influence over how EU policies are made. Don't know

On a scale of 1 to 5, how strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements? “[My country’s] interests are best served by maintaining strong relations with…”

41 8% 10% 13% 14% 31% 32% 6% 9% 9% 10% 32% 22% 19% 11% 11% 20% 34% 36% 9% 10% 13% 28% 16% 27% 61% 58% 48% 45% 27% 25% 69% 60% 61% 58% 24% 36% 46% 59% 51% 42% 25% 26% 63% 57% 47% 35% 43% 31%

EU Germany UK USA Russia China EU Germany UK USA Russia China EU Germany UK USA Russia China EU Germany UK USA Russia China

Disagree (4+5) Agree (1+2)

Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia

In your opinion, what is the greatest benefit [your country] receives through its membership in the European Union?

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50% 42% 29% 30% 24% 27% 44% 47% 9% 10% 9% 8% 6% 9% 8% 7% 4% 8% 7% 6% 2% 2% 2% 2% 5% 2% 1% 1% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Financial aid Access to the common market and border-free travel Support for European culture and values Security and stability Support for democratic governance and the rule of law None Don't know

In your opinion, what is the greatest cost [your country] endures because of its membership in the European Union?

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35% 35% 38% 48% 22% 10% 29% 18% 15% 16% 11% 18% 11% 17% 17% 14% 7% 15% 2% 1% 10% 7% 2% 1% Hungary Poland Czech Republic Slovakia 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Rising prices and increased economic competition from other member states Loss of independence and sovereignty Being treated like “junior partners” in the European Project Undermining of traditional values and ways of life None Don't know

Opinions of the European Project: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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40% 33% 46% 33% 57% 62% 40% 52% 2% 4% 14% 15% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% The European Project has been a success, ensuring peace, economic growth, and the reintegration of Eastern Europe. This important work must continue. The European Project played a major role in creating modern Europe, but the world has

• changed. The Project needs to be rethought.

Don't know

Opinions of NATO: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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44% 46% 52% 44% 53% 50% 35% 41% 4% 3% 13% 16% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

NATO guaranteed peace in Europe for the last 70 years, and it retains a vital role in the maintenance of peace and security on the Continent. Though NATO played a significant role in the security of Europe in the past, the world has changed since the end of the Cold War and NATO is no longer as important. Our approach to security should be rethought. Don't know

Opinions of peace in Europe: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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30% 23% 24% 20% 68% 75% 68% 72% 2% 3% 8% 9% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Europe is at peace, and there are no significant threats to peace on the horizon. Peace in Europe is threatened on multiple fronts, such as terrorism, a resurgent Russia, and increased migration. Don't know

Opinions of Russia’s role in Europe: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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22% 36% 51% 26% 75% 59% 35% 54% 4% 4% 14% 19% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Russia is a continuous external threat to Europe and must be countered by a strong security alliance. Russia should be considered a partner in European security and brought into European security

• structures. Keeping Russia out makes us less secure.

Don't know

Opinions of U.S. partnership in Europe: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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36% 51% 60% 42% 60% 44% 27% 41% 4% 5% 12% 16% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% The United States is a natural partner for European security, and it's presence in NATO contributes to the peace in Europe. The United States should not play a role in European security, and in fact its presence in Europe increases tensions and insecurity. Don't know

Opinions of investing in security: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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35% 48% 47% 33% 65% 52% 38% 67% 15% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland* Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Current security threats mean that [my country] should invest more in defense and security, even if this means having less money available for things like pensions, healthcare, and education. Current security threats are not serious enough to justify increased defense spending. The resources should instead be used for things like pensions, healthcare, and education. Don’t know

Opinions of border security: Which statement is closest to your opinion?

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36% 47% 38% 49% 64% 53% 50% 51% 12% Slovakia Czech Republic Poland* Hungary 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

The only way to address the problems of migrants and terrorism is to close the borders of [my country], regardless of the effect such a move would have on freedom of movement in the European Union. Closing national borders is a bad idea, because no country has the ability to address the problem on its own. Instead, collective organizations like NATO and the EU must be engaged to intercept migrants and coordinate anti-terror efforts. Don’t know

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement: “Ukraine is part of Russia’s sphere of influence, thus Russia has a right to have a role in decisions made in Ukraine.”

51 18% 26% 28% 24% 5% 13% 25% 27% 26% 10% 5% 22% 31% 35% 8% 2% 18% 35% 34% 11%

Don't know Strongly disagree Somewhat disagree Somewhat agree Strongly agree Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement: “The security of your country would be better protected by remaining neutral, rather than being forced to choose sides between NATO and Russia.”

52 14% 8% 19% 40% 18% 19% 6% 22% 43% 10% 5% 12% 22% 44% 17% 3% 4% 20% 46% 27%

Don't know Strongly disagree Somewhat disagree Somewhat agree Strongly agree Slovakia Czech Republic Poland Hungary

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