Libertarianism

Very strongly agree

No, only with a warrant showing probable cause of criminal activity

This answer aligns most closely with libertarian principles, as it requires a warrant and probable cause before allowing the NSA to collect metadata. This approach respects individual privacy rights while still allowing for targeted surveillance in cases where there is a legitimate suspicion of criminal activity. The requirement for a warrant is consistent with the Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures. 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

Libertarians generally oppose government surveillance and data collection on citizens without probable cause. They believe that such practices infringe on individual privacy rights and can lead to abuse of power. The opposition to the NSA's metadata collection program can be seen in the support for whistleblowers like Edward Snowden, who revealed the extent of the agency's surveillance activities. 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, and abolish the NSA

Some libertarians may advocate for the complete abolition of the NSA, viewing it as an inherently intrusive and unconstitutional agency. However, not all libertarians would go this far, as some may see a limited role for intelligence agencies in protecting national security. The score reflects the range of opinions within the libertarian movement on this issue. 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

Yes, basic data collection is necessary to track suspected terrorists

While some libertarians may acknowledge the need for intelligence gathering to protect national security, they would still argue that basic data collection should be limited and require a warrant. The emphasis on tracking suspected terrorists in this answer suggests a broader scope of surveillance than what most libertarians would support. 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

Yes

Libertarianism values individual privacy and limited government intervention. Allowing the NSA to collect basic metadata without restrictions goes against these principles. While some libertarians may see a limited role for intelligence agencies, unrestricted data collection is generally opposed. 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.