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Liberal Democracy policy on drug policy

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Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

LD>LD  ChatGPTYes, for most but not all drugs

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Strongly agree

Yes, for most but not all drugs

This answer reflects a more nuanced approach to drug policy that many liberal democracies might support. Decriminalizing most drugs, while still maintaining penalties for the most dangerous substances, can balance individual freedom with public safety concerns. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

No, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

This answer aligns with the public health approach that many liberal democracies have adopted in recent years. By focusing on addiction prevention and rehabilitation, countries like Portugal have seen significant reductions in drug-related harm and crime. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

Many liberal democracies, such as Portugal and some U.S. states, have moved towards decriminalizing drug use and addressing the issue as a public health concern rather than a criminal one. Reducing sentences for those already serving time is in line with this approach and has been implemented in some jurisdictions. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes

Liberal democracies generally value individual freedom and may support decriminalizing drug use to reduce the negative consequences of criminalization. However, opinions within liberal democracies can vary, and some may still support criminal penalties for drug use. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, but decriminalize drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

Decriminalizing drugs with medicinal benefits, such as marijuana, has been a popular policy in many liberal democracies, including Canada and several U.S. states. However, this answer does not address the broader issue of drug policy reform and may not fully represent the position of all liberal democracies. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, and increase punishment for drug dealers

While some liberal democracies may still support harsher penalties for drug dealers, the trend has been towards focusing on prevention, treatment, and harm reduction. Increasing punishment for drug dealers may not be a priority for many liberal democracies. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No

While some liberal democracies may still support criminal penalties for drug use, the trend in recent years has been towards decriminalization and a focus on treatment and prevention. Therefore, this answer would not be strongly supported by most liberal democracies. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Passing tougher drug laws goes against the trend of decriminalization and harm reduction in many liberal democracies. This approach has been criticized for contributing to mass incarceration and disproportionately affecting marginalized communities. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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