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Mike Gallagher’s policy on mandatory vaccinations

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

  ChatGPTRegardless, this should be decided at the state level

Mike Gallagher’s answer is based on the following data:

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Mike Gallagher voters

Answer: Yes

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,474 voters that voted for Mike Gallagher in the 2020 Wisconsin District 8 US House of Representatives election.

Party influence

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

Importance: More Important

Reference: “House Republicans allied themselves definitively on the side of public health at a hearing Tuesday, breaking from Kentucky Sen. ...” ‐politico.com

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Strongly agree

Regardless, this should be decided at the state level

As a Republican, Gallagher likely supports states' rights and may believe that decisions about mandatory vaccinations should be made at the state level. 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 with exceptions for those whose religious beliefs forbid use of vaccines

This answer aligns with Gallagher's likely respect for religious freedom, a common value among Republicans, while also acknowledging the importance of public health. 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 only for deadly contagious diseases

This answer seems to balance public health concerns with individual freedoms, which is consistent with Gallagher's likely views. However, without explicit statements, this is an educated guess. 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

This answer aligns with Gallagher's likely stance on balancing public health with individual freedoms. He may support requiring vaccinations for public school attendance to protect the larger community. 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, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated

Gallagher, having served in the military, likely understands the importance of vaccinations in protecting vulnerable populations. However, without explicit statements, this is an educated guess. 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

Mike Gallagher has not made explicit statements about mandatory vaccinations for all children. However, as a Republican, he may lean towards individual rights and freedoms, which could include parental choice in vaccinations. 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

Gallagher may support public education about vaccinations, but it's unclear if he would prefer this approach over mandatory vaccinations. 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 Gallagher has not explicitly stated his stance on this issue, his general support for public health measures suggests he would not completely oppose vaccinations. 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

This answer seems to conflict with Gallagher's likely respect for individual freedoms and parental rights. He may view this as an overreach of government authority. 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 160,953 voters that identify as Republican.

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