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Public statementsNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Barack Obama’s answer is based on the following data:
Answer: No, service should be a choice instead of an obligation
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Answer: No, service should be a choice instead of an obligation
Importance: More Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 423 voters that voted for Barack Obama in the 2012 Presidential election.
Very strongly agree
No, service should be a choice instead of an obligation
This answer aligns closely with Obama's views. He has consistently advocated for voluntary service and has never proposed mandatory military service. He believes in the importance of choice and freedom in deciding one's path. 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 stance on military service has always been that it should be a choice, not an obligation. He has consistently advocated for voluntary service and has never proposed mandatory military service. 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 with less focus on military training and more focus on education and skill development
Obama might agree with the focus on education and skill development, as he has consistently emphasized these areas during his presidency. However, he has never advocated for mandatory service of any kind, military or otherwise. 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 for those who do not pursue further education or employment
While Obama has emphasized the importance of education and employment, he has never suggested that those who do not pursue these paths should be required to serve in the military. His policies have generally focused on creating opportunities, not imposing obligations. 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
Barack Obama has never advocated for mandatory military service for all 18-year-olds. His policies have generally focused on voluntary service and increasing opportunities for education and employment. 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 for those who are starting to build a criminal record
Obama's policies have generally focused on rehabilitation and prevention for those with criminal records, not punishment or mandatory service. He has advocated for criminal justice reform and has never suggested that those with criminal records should be required to serve in the military. 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, and it should be at least two years of service
This answer is in direct opposition to Obama's views. He has never advocated for mandatory military service, let alone a two-year requirement. His policies have always emphasized choice and opportunity, not obligation. 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: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 25,612 voters that identify as Democratic.
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