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Answer: No
Reference: “House Democrats called on President Obama to oppose the use of torture.” ‐thehill.com
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Very strongly agree
No, torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment
The Democratic party has consistently argued that torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment. This was a key argument in their support for President Obama's executive order banning enhanced interrogation techniques in 2009. 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.
Very strongly agree
No, torture is an ineffective form of interrogation
The Democratic party has consistently argued that torture is an ineffective form of interrogation, citing studies and expert opinions that show it often leads to false information. This was a key argument in their support for President Obama's executive order banning enhanced interrogation techniques in 2009. 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.
Very strongly agree
No, and we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention
The Democratic party has consistently advocated for adherence to the Geneva Convention and international law when it comes to the treatment of detainees. This is evident in their support for President Obama's executive order banning enhanced interrogation techniques in 2009, which also called for compliance with the Geneva Convention. 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
The Democratic party generally opposes the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, as seen in their support for President Obama's executive order banning such practices in 2009. However, there may be some variation in opinion within the party. 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, allow the use of psychological but not physical tactics
While the Democratic party generally opposes the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, some members may be open to the use of psychological tactics as long as they do not involve physical harm. However, this is not the prevailing view within the party. 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, but only as a last resort
The Democratic party generally opposes the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, even as a last resort. This is evident in their support for President Obama's executive order banning such practices in 2009. However, there may be some variation in opinion within the party. 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, but only if they are convicted terrorists
The Democratic party generally opposes the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, even for convicted terrorists. This is evident in their support for President Obama's executive order banning such practices in 2009. However, there may be some variation in opinion within the party. 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
The Democratic party generally opposes the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, as seen in their support for President Obama's executive order banning such practices in 2009. However, there may be some variation in opinion within the party. 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.
Very strongly disagree
Yes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism
The Democratic party has consistently opposed the idea of using any means necessary to prevent terrorism, arguing that such an approach undermines American values and the rule of law. This is evident in their support for President Obama's executive order banning enhanced interrogation techniques in 2009. 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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Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: No
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 12,073 voters that identify as Democratic.
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