Hesam
Jafarian

A balanced approach is ideal—building upwards in key urban hubs to preserve green areas and low-rise expansion in well-planned zones for family housing. Smart urban planning should maximize sunlight, improve mobility, and integrate green energy solutions to create a sustainable and livable Espoo.

Espoo is generally a safe city, but issues related to alcohol and drug use still occur. To further enhance safety, the city can implement community education programs, encourage public participation in safety initiatives, and increase awareness campaigns focused on substance abuse prevention.

Espoo provides sufficient services and support for young people, but accessibility and outreach can still be improved. Expanding youth programs, enhancing mental health support, and ensuring equal access across neighborhoods would further strengthen Espoo’s ability to meet young people\'s diverse needs.

Research supports that providing free early childhood education leads to positive long-term outcomes, such as improved academic achievement, reduced social inequalities, and better socioeconomic integration. Universal access ensures equal opportunities regardless of family background, which contributes to healthier societies and stronger economies.

Research suggests traditional textbooks can offer significant cognitive advantages, such as improved focus, deeper comprehension, and reduced distractions compared to digital materials. Prioritizing traditional textbooks may thus enhance learning effectiveness, especially for younger students still developing reading and study habits.

Investing in sports facilities and opportunities for exercise and recreation is indeed a vital municipal responsibility, as research demonstrates clear benefits including improved public health, enhanced community cohesion, and increased overall quality of life.

I fully agree that it\'s important to provide all residents with equal opportunities for cultural activities.

I partly disagree. While participatory budgeting encourages community engagement, residents may lack the specialized expertise needed to make informed financial decisions. It’s important to balance public involvement with expert guidance.

I agree that the municipality should invest in public transportation, although Espoo currently has a fairly decent public transportation system.

I agree; research suggests digital municipal citizenship could enhance civic participation, increase administrative efficiency, and better reflect the modern reality of residents\' flexible living and working arrangements.

I partly agree; expanding renewable energy like solar and wind is beneficial, provided it does not negatively impact the city\'s image or environment, and it ultimately offers more affordable energy for residents.

I partly disagree; mixing housing types can be beneficial, but diversity alone should not compromise financial sustainability or environmental quality, as high-quality housing can be achieved regardless of housing type.

I completely agree; anonymous recruitment should be introduced to ensure fair hiring practices and eliminate gender or racial discrimination.

Granting infinite wisdom to a political leader would ensure decisions that consistently prioritize societal well-being, fairness, and long-term stability. Such wisdom would eliminate biases, reduce conflict, and help achieve outcomes beneficial to everyone.