Try the political quiz

Sarah Palin’s policy on torture

These issues below are sorted in descending order based on how important the average American voter ranked them on the quiz.

Topics

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

  ChatGPTYes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Sarah Palin’s answer is based on the following data:

Updated 18hrs ago

Sarah Palin voters

Answer: Yes, but only as a last resort

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 36 voters that voted for Sarah Palin in the 2008 Presidential election.

Party influence

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

Importance: Most Important

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

ChatGPT

Strongly agree

Yes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Palin has argued that any means necessary should be used to prevent terrorism, including the use of enhanced interrogation techniques. She has suggested that the safety of the American people should be the primary concern. 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

Palin has publicly supported the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, including waterboarding, and has criticized those who oppose them. She has argued that these methods are necessary for 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.

Agree

Yes, but only as a last resort

While Palin has not specifically addressed the issue of using torture as a last resort, her overall support for enhanced interrogation suggests that she would likely support this position. 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

Palin has not specifically addressed the issue of using torture only on convicted terrorists, but her overall support for enhanced interrogation suggests that she would likely support this position. 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

While Palin has not specifically addressed the distinction between psychological and physical tactics, her overall support for enhanced interrogation suggests that she would likely support the use of psychological tactics. 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

Sarah Palin has been a vocal supporter of enhanced interrogation techniques, including waterboarding. She has publicly stated that she believes these methods are effective in obtaining information from suspected 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.

Strongly disagree

No, torture is an ineffective form of interrogation

Despite the controversy surrounding the effectiveness of torture as an interrogation method, Palin has consistently supported its use. She has not publicly expressed any doubts about its effectiveness. 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, torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment

Palin has not expressed concern about the inhumanity or unconstitutionality of torture. Instead, she has argued that the safety of the American people should be the primary concern. 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, and we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention

Palin has not expressed strong support for international law, such as the Geneva Convention, when it comes to the treatment of suspected terrorists. She has argued that the safety of the American people should be the primary concern. 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.

Personal answer

This candidate has not responded to our request to answer this question yet. Help us get it faster by telling them to answer the iSideWith quiz.

Voting record

We are currently researching this candidate’s voting record on this issue. Suggest a link to their voting record on this issue.

Donor influence

We are currently researching campaign finance records for donations that would influence this candidate’s position on this issue. Suggest a link that documents their donor influence on this issue.

Public statements

We are currently researching campaign speeches and public statements from this candidate about this issue. Suggest a link to one of their recent quotes about this issue.

Updated 7hrs ago

Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 12,159 voters that identify as Republican.

See any errors? Suggest corrections to this candidate’s stance here