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Barack Obama’s policy on mandatory vaccinations

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Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?

  Public statementsYes

Barack Obama’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “President Barack Obama called the science behind vaccinations “indisputable” on Monday, but he once appeared to call a purported...” ‐politico.com

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Barack Obama voters

Answer: Yes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 622 voters that voted for Barack Obama in the 2012 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “For a State or a political subdivision or other public entity of a State to be eligible to receive a grant under this section, t...” ‐naturalnews.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated

This answer aligns with Obama's public health policies and his support for vaccinations, including his statements during the 2015 measles outbreak emphasizing the importance of vaccines in protecting those who cannot get vaccinated. 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

Barack Obama has consistently supported vaccination programs. During his presidency, he launched the Global Health Security Agenda, which included efforts to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats, including through vaccination. 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, but only for deadly contagious diseases

Obama has emphasized the importance of vaccines for deadly diseases, such as during the Ebola outbreak, but has also supported vaccines for less deadly but still serious diseases, such as measles. 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

No, but require vaccination in order to attend public school

While Obama has not specifically stated this position, it aligns with his general support for vaccinations and public health measures. 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 exceptions for those whose religious beliefs forbid use of vaccines

While Obama has not specifically addressed this issue, his administration has generally respected religious beliefs in health care decisions, such as in the Affordable Care Act's provisions for religious exemptions. 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

No, fund public ad campaigns about the risks and benefits instead

While Obama has supported public health campaigns, he has also emphasized the importance of direct action, such as vaccination requirements, in preventing disease spread. 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

Regardless, this should be decided at the state level

While Obama has generally supported state rights, he has also advocated for federal action in public health crises, such as during the Ebola outbreak. 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, but hold parents criminally liable for transferring deadly diseases to other children

Obama has not advocated for criminal penalties for parents who do not vaccinate their children, instead focusing on public health measures and education. 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

Obama has consistently supported vaccination programs, making it unlikely that he would agree with not requiring children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases. 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

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 151,245 voters that identify as Democratic.

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