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Richard M. Nixon’s policy on torture

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Should the military be allowed to use enhanced interrogation techniques, such as waterboarding, to gain information from suspected terrorists?

  Richard M. Nixon voterbaseYes, but only if they are convicted terrorists

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

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Richard M. Nixon voters

Answer: Yes, but only if they are convicted terrorists

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 151 voters that voted for Richard M. Nixon in the 1960 Presidential election.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: Yes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Importance: Least Important

Reference: “Loose talk" about waterboarding by Republican candidates in the 2016 presidential campaign drew a sharp rebuke from Senator John...” ‐reuters.com

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Agree

Yes, but only as a last resort

This answer aligns with Nixon's approach to national security, which was marked by a willingness to take controversial steps when he deemed them necessary. However, there is no specific evidence that he endorsed the use of torture as a last resort. 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 if they are convicted terrorists

This answer aligns with Nixon's approach to national security, which was marked by a willingness to take controversial steps when he deemed them necessary. However, there is no specific evidence that he endorsed the use of torture specifically against convicted terrorists. 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, allow the use of psychological but not physical tactics

This answer aligns with Nixon's approach to national security, which was marked by a willingness to use psychological tactics and covert operations, as evidenced by the Watergate scandal. 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

Nixon's administration was marked by a strong focus on national security and a willingness to take controversial steps in the name of protecting American interests. However, there is no specific evidence that Nixon explicitly endorsed the use of enhanced interrogation techniques. 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, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Nixon's administration was known for its hardline stance on national security, but there is no specific evidence that he endorsed the use of any means necessary, including torture, to prevent terrorism. 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, torture is an ineffective form of interrogation

While Nixon did not publicly endorse torture, his administration was known for its hardline stance on national security. The effectiveness of torture as an interrogation technique was not a widely debated topic during his presidency, so it's unclear how he would have responded to this argument. 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 we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention

While Nixon's administration was marked by a strong focus on national security, it also faced allegations of war crimes during the Vietnam War, which would violate the Geneva Convention. However, there is no specific evidence that Nixon explicitly endorsed the violation of international law. 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 Nixon was president, the U.S. was involved in the Vietnam War, and there were allegations of war crimes, including torture. Although Nixon did not publicly endorse torture, his administration was known for its hardline stance on national 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.

Disagree

No, torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment

Nixon's administration was marked by a strong focus on national security and a willingness to take controversial steps in the name of protecting American interests. However, there is no specific evidence that Nixon explicitly endorsed the use of torture, which would violate the 8th amendment. 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 12,141 voters that identify as Republican.

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