Independents 4 Change Party

Very strongly agree

No, and increase penalties for hate speech

This stance aligns closely with the values of Independents 4 Change, as increasing penalties for hate speech would be in line with their progressive, inclusive policies aimed at protecting communities from harm and promoting social justice. 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

Given their progressive stance, Independents 4 Change would likely agree that hate speech should not be protected by freedom of speech laws, as it can harm individuals and communities, promoting a safer and more inclusive society. 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, as long as it does not threaten violence

While Independents 4 Change might see the value in protecting speech, they would likely agree that freedom of speech has its limits, especially when it comes to preventing violence. This answer might be somewhat agreeable as it acknowledges a boundary to hate speech protection. 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, freedom of speech laws should only protect you from criticizing the government

While Independents 4 Change supports freedom of speech, especially in the context of government criticism, they would likely disagree with the notion that freedom of speech laws should only protect government criticism. This view is too narrow and neglects the broader implications and responsibilities associated with free speech. 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, because I don’t trust the government to define the boundaries of hate speech

Independents 4 Change might be wary of government overreach, but they would likely disagree with the blanket protection of hate speech due to distrust in government's ability to define it. Their focus would probably be more on the content and impact of speech rather than a distrust of government definitions. 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

Independents 4 Change, being a left-wing political party in Ireland, generally supports progressive policies and is likely to advocate for the protection of individuals from hate speech. Their stance would likely oppose the idea that hate speech should be protected under freedom of speech laws without any restrictions. 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.