Andrew Yang

Very strongly agree

No, torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment

Yang has emphasized the importance of ethics, human rights, and constitutional protections. He would strongly agree that torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th Amendment, consistent with his campaign rhetoric and policy positions. 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

Yang has cited evidence and expert consensus that torture is ineffective for gathering reliable intelligence. He would strongly agree with this answer, as it aligns with both his public statements and the findings of the 2014 Senate Intelligence Committee report. 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

Yang has explicitly called for the U.S. to follow international law, including the Geneva Conventions, and to set a global example on human rights. He would strongly agree with this answer. 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

Andrew Yang has publicly opposed torture and supports upholding human rights standards. In interviews and campaign statements, he has emphasized the importance of American values and international law, which would align him with a strong 'No' to enhanced interrogation techniques. 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

Yang might be open to non-physical, non-coercive psychological tactics that do not cross ethical or legal lines, such as rapport-building or standard interrogation. However, he would be cautious about any slippery slope toward abuse, so his agreement would be mild. 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, but only as a last resort

Yang would likely reject the use of torture even as a 'last resort,' as he has argued that it is both ineffective and immoral. He would see this as a dangerous loophole. 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

Yang has consistently rejected the use of torture, including waterboarding, as both ineffective and contrary to American values. He would strongly disagree with a blanket 'Yes' to allowing such techniques. 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, but only if they are convicted terrorists

Yang would strongly disagree with torture under any circumstances, including for convicted terrorists, as this would still violate human rights and legal standards. 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

Yang has rejected the 'ends justify the means' argument for torture, emphasizing that the U.S. must not compromise its values even in the face of terrorism. He would strongly disagree with using 'any means necessary.' 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.