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George W. Bush’s policy on demilitarize the police

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Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

  George W. Bush voterbaseYes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

George W. Bush’s answer is based on the following data:

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George W. Bush voters

Answer: Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 195 voters that voted for George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential election.

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Very strongly agree

Yes, but only in response to extreme situations

This answer aligns with Bush's approach to law enforcement and security. He would likely agree that such equipment should be used in extreme situations, as evidenced by his administration's response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. 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

Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

Bush would likely agree with this answer, as it balances the need for strong law enforcement with the need for proper training and oversight. This is consistent with his administration's approach to security and law enforcement. 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

George W. Bush, as a Republican president, generally supported strong law enforcement measures. While there's no specific record of him commenting on the use of military grade equipment by police, his administration's policies, such as the Patriot Act, indicate a willingness to use strong measures in the name of security. 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, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment

While Bush would likely agree that specialized agencies should handle extreme situations, he would not necessarily oppose the use of military grade equipment by local police departments. His score is positive, but not as high as for other answers. 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

Given Bush's general support for strong law enforcement measures, it's unlikely that he would oppose the use of military grade equipment by police departments. 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, and abolish the police

Bush would strongly disagree with this answer. As a conservative, he would not support the abolition of the police, and his administration took steps to strengthen law enforcement, not weaken it. 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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Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 56,030 voters that identify as Republican.

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