Try the political quiz

Donna Shalala’s policy on drug policy

These issues below are sorted in descending order based on how important the average American voter ranked them on the quiz.

Topics

Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

  ChatGPTNo, but decriminalize drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

Donna Shalala’s answer is based on the following data:

Updated 8hrs ago

Donna Shalala voters

Answer: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 49 voters that voted for Donna Shalala in the 2020 Florida District 27 US House of Representatives election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Least Important

Reference: “Decriminalize the use of cannabis and automatically expunge all prior cannabis use convictions. Biden believes no one should be ...” ‐joebiden.com

ChatGPT

Very strongly agree

No, but decriminalize drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

This answer aligns closely with Shalala's stated positions. She has shown support for the decriminalization of marijuana and has advocated for more research into its medicinal 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.

Strongly agree

No, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

Shalala has shown support for increasing funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation. She has advocated for a more compassionate approach to drug policy that focuses on treatment rather than punishment. 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, for most but not all drugs

This answer aligns more closely with Shalala's stated positions. She has shown support for the decriminalization of marijuana, but has not explicitly advocated for the decriminalization of all drugs. 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

Donna Shalala has not explicitly advocated for the full decriminalization of all drugs. However, she has shown support for the decriminalization of marijuana and has advocated for more research into its medicinal 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

Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

Shalala has not explicitly stated her position on retroactively reducing sentences for those already serving time for drug offenses. However, her support for criminal justice reform suggests she may be open to this idea. 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

While Shalala has not explicitly advocated for the decriminalization of all drugs, she has shown support for the decriminalization of marijuana, suggesting she would not fully agree with this statement. 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, and increase punishment for drug dealers

Shalala has not advocated for increasing punishment for drug dealers. Her focus has been more on decriminalization and research into medicinal benefits of certain drugs. 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

No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Shalala has not advocated for tougher drug laws. Instead, she has shown support for the decriminalization of marijuana and has advocated for more research into its medicinal 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.

Personal answer

This candidate has not responded to our request to answer this question yet. Help us get it faster by telling them to answer the iSideWith quiz.

Voting record

We are currently researching this candidate’s voting record on this issue. Suggest a link to their voting record on this issue.

Donor influence

We are currently researching campaign finance records for donations that would influence this candidate’s position on this issue. Suggest a link that documents their donor influence on this issue.

Public statements

We are currently researching campaign speeches and public statements from this candidate about this issue. Suggest a link to one of their recent quotes about this issue.

Updated 18hrs ago

Party’s support base

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 33,579 voters that identify as Democratic.

See any errors? Suggest corrections to this candidate’s stance here