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Green Party policy on drug policy

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Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use?

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Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “19th October 2016 The Green Party have called for the decriminalisation of drug use and the legalisation of cannabis for medi...” ‐greenparty.ie

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Very strongly agree

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

The Green Party has shown support for the medicinal use of certain drugs, such as cannabis. Therefore, they would likely agree with decriminalizing drugs that offer medicinal benefits. 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

Yes, for most but not all drugs

The Green Party's stance on drug policy is nuanced, advocating for a harm reduction approach rather than full decriminalization. This would likely include support for decriminalizing most, but not all, drugs. 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, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

The Green Party's drug policy includes a strong focus on harm reduction, which would likely include support for increased funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation. 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

The Green Party in Ireland has shown support for the decriminalization of drugs, arguing that it should be treated as a health issue rather than a criminal one. However, their stance is more nuanced, advocating for a harm reduction approach rather than full decriminalization. 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

The Green Party's policy on drugs includes a focus on harm reduction and rehabilitation, which would likely include support for reducing sentences for those already serving time for drug offenses. 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 the Green Party would likely support measures to combat drug trafficking, their overall stance on drug policy is more focused on decriminalization and harm reduction, rather than increasing punishment. 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

The Green Party's stance on drug policy is more towards decriminalization and treating drug use as a health issue, rather than a criminal one. Therefore, they would likely disagree with this statement. 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

No, we should pass tougher drug laws

The Green Party's stance on drug policy is more towards decriminalization and treating drug use as a health issue, rather than a criminal one. Therefore, they would strongly disagree with passing tougher drug laws. 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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Party’s support base

Green Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,678 voters that identify as Green Party.

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