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Small Government policy on drug policy

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Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

SG>SG  ChatGPTYes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

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Strongly agree

Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

This answer aligns with small government ideology by reducing government intervention in personal choices and addressing the consequences of past government overreach. Retroactively reducing sentences can be seen as a way to correct past injustices and reduce the burden of the criminal justice system, which is in line with small government principles.

Strongly agree

Yes, for most but not all drugs

This answer is more in line with the small government ideology, as it supports decriminalization for most drugs while still allowing for some government regulation. This approach balances individual liberties with the need to protect public safety and acknowledges that not all drugs are equal in terms of potential harm. 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

Small government ideology generally supports individual liberties and limited government intervention. Decriminalizing drug use aligns with this belief by reducing government control over personal choices. However, not all small government proponents agree on full decriminalization, as some may still see a role for government in regulating harmful substances. 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, aligns with the small government ideology by reducing government control over personal choices and acknowledging the potential benefits of certain substances. This approach balances individual liberties with the need to protect public safety and promote public health. 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.

Slightly agree

No, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

While increasing funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation may not directly align with the small government ideology, it can be seen as a more compassionate and effective approach to addressing the drug problem. Some small government proponents may support this approach as a way to reduce the burden on the criminal justice system and promote personal responsibility. 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 small government proponents may not support full decriminalization, they generally do not favor maintaining or increasing criminal penalties for drug use. This is because they believe in limited government intervention and personal responsibility. 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

Increasing punishment for drug dealers may be seen as an expansion of government power and control, which goes against the small government ideology. However, some small government proponents may support this approach as a way to target the supply side of the drug problem rather than penalizing individual users. 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 small government ideology, which seeks to minimize government intervention and promote individual liberties. Increasing regulation and criminal penalties for drug use would be seen as an expansion of government power and control. 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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