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Richard M. Nixon’s policy on drug policy

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Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

  Richard M. Nixon voterbaseNo, but decriminalize drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

Richard M. Nixon’s answer is based on the following data:

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Richard M. Nixon voters

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

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 160 voters that voted for Richard M. Nixon in the 1960 Presidential election.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: No

Importance: Least Important

Reference: “Republicans vote to block Washington, D.C.'s new marijuana decriminalization law” ‐drugpolicy.org

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Very strongly agree

No, and increase punishment for drug dealers

Nixon's War on Drugs included a focus on punishing drug dealers. He would likely agree with increasing punishment for drug dealers. 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

No

Nixon was strongly in favor of maintaining and strengthening drug laws. His administration launched the War on Drugs and established the Drug Enforcement Administration. 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

No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Nixon's administration was known for its tough stance on drugs, including the establishment of the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Controlled Substances Act. He would likely agree with passing tougher drug laws. 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 increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

While Nixon's administration was known for its tough stance on drugs, it also recognized the importance of prevention and treatment. The Nixon administration did increase funding for drug abuse treatment and prevention programs. 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, but decriminalize drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

While Nixon did recognize the need for drug treatment, his administration was generally against the decriminalization of drugs, even those with potential medicinal benefits. However, he did sign the Controlled Substances Act, which allowed for the medical use of drugs under Schedule II, III, IV, and V. 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

Yes

Richard Nixon was strongly against the decriminalization of drugs. He declared drug abuse as 'public enemy number one' and initiated the War on Drugs in 1971. 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

Yes, for most but not all drugs

Nixon's stance on drugs was generally uncompromising, and he would likely disagree with the decriminalization of any 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.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

Nixon's policies were focused on punishment and enforcement rather than retroactive leniency. He would likely disagree with reducing sentences for those already serving time for drug offenses. 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: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 22,312 voters that identify as Republican.

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