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On June 5, 2016, Switzerland held a referendum on a guaranteed minimum income, which was overwhelmingly rejected by voters. The Swiss believed such a system would lead to higher taxes and discourage work. The article discusses the need for pragmatic decision-making regarding public spending in Romania, suggesting a method for voters to choose between maintaining current expenditures or opting for optimized alternatives. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the costs associated with public services and the implications of each choice. The author argues that societies must adopt a pragmatic approach to ensure sustainability and efficiency, especially in the face of increasing social spending and economic pressures.