Research: 66% of Poles negative towards refugees from the Middle East

Poles have one of the worst attitudes in Europe toward refugees from the Middle East, a study by PEW Research Center showed. The fact is that some 71 percent of Polish citizens believe refugees will increase the likelihood of terrorism in the country, while 75 percent claim that refugees are a burden on Poland, mentioning labor market issues. The survey also revealed an unfavorable view of Muslims among 66 percent of Poles. Respondents admitted that the ability to speak the Polish language and share national customs and traditions are the main criteria to be considered truly Polish. The study was held in ten countries, which accounts for 80 percent of Europe’s population.