president of the United States from 2009 to 2017.
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Barack Obama’s answer is based on the following data:
Answer: No
Reference: “Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (R) on Tuesday evening formally proposed drug testing for people who want unemployment benefits, but...” ‐huffingtonpost.com
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Answer: No, this is a waste of time and money
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 426 voters that voted for Barack Obama in the 2012 Presidential election.
Democratic Party Answer: No
Importance: Less Important
Reference: “The bill is a response to the slew of Republican proposals in recent years to make poor people pass drug screenings in order to ...” ‐huffingtonpost.com
Very strongly agree
No, this is a waste of time and money
Obama's administration argued that mandatory drug testing was not only unconstitutional but also a waste of resources. They believed that these resources could be better used to provide support and services to those in need. 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
Obama's administration opposed mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients, arguing it was not only unconstitutional but also an unnecessary burden on an already vulnerable population. 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, but provide treatment for those testing positive
While Obama did not support mandatory drug testing, he did support treatment for those struggling with substance abuse. However, he did not tie this support to welfare 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.
Slightly agree
No, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse
Obama's administration did not support mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients, regardless of criminal history. However, they did support efforts to help those with criminal histories related to drug abuse get treatment and reintegrate into 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.
Slightly disagree
Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians
While Obama did not specifically address this issue, his general stance against mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients suggests he would not support this policy. However, he did support transparency and accountability in government. 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
Barack Obama's administration did not support mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients. His administration even challenged states that tried to implement such policies, arguing they were unconstitutional. 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, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive
Obama's administration opposed policies that would terminate benefits for welfare recipients who tested positive for drugs. They argued that such policies were unconstitutional and harmful to vulnerable populations. 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
Regardless, we should end all social welfare programs
Obama strongly supported social welfare programs and worked to expand them during his presidency. He would strongly disagree with ending all social welfare programs. 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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