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George W. Bush’s policy on welfare drug testing

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Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?

  George W. Bush voterbaseYes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive

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

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George W. Bush voters

Answer: Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 288 voters that voted for George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential election.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive

Importance: Less Important

Reference: “WASHINGTON — A top Republican wants the federal government to spend half a billion dollars so states can make people on food sta...” ‐huffingtonpost.com

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Strongly agree

Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive

This answer aligns with Bush's approach to drug policy, which included both punitive measures and support for treatment programs. For example, his administration expanded access to drug treatment programs through the Access to Recovery initiative. 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

While George W. Bush did not explicitly advocate for drug testing welfare recipients during his presidency, his administration did support policies that were tough on drugs. However, it's unclear if he would fully support this without any conditions or additional support for those testing positive. 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, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse

This answer seems to align with Bush's approach to drug policy, which included a focus on individuals with a history of drug abuse. However, it's unclear if he would limit drug testing to only those with a criminal history related to drug abuse. 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, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive

While Bush was tough on drugs, it's unclear if he would support immediately terminating benefits without offering any support or treatment options. 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, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians

While this answer aligns with Bush's tough stance on drugs, it's unclear if he would support drug testing for all government employees and politicians. 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, this is a waste of time and money

Bush's administration was known for its 'war on drugs' stance, so it's unlikely he would view drug testing as a waste of time and money. 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

Given his administration's stance on drug policies, it's unlikely that Bush would disagree with drug testing for welfare recipients. 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

Regardless, we should end all social welfare programs

Despite being a conservative, Bush did not advocate for ending all social welfare programs. In fact, he expanded Medicare to include prescription drug coverage. 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

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 35,065 voters that identify as Republican.

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