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Localism policy on mental competency testing

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Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?

L>L  ChatGPTNo, I would prefer term limits instead

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Agree

No, I would prefer term limits instead

Localism might agree with the idea of term limits as a way to ensure fresh ideas and prevent long-term entrenchment in power, which can be contrary to the principles of local autonomy and community-driven governance. 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

No, our government needs experienced leaders

Localism might slightly agree with this statement as experienced leaders can be valuable at the local level, where understanding community history and relationships is crucial. However, the ideology's main focus is not on age but on local governance. 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

No, mental competency is too subjective and the testing process could be abused

Localism could slightly agree with this concern, recognizing the potential for abuse in any centralized testing process, which could undermine local autonomy and the principle of community trust in their elected officials. 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.

Neutral

No

The ideology of localism focuses on local governance and community empowerment rather than specific age-related policies for politicians, making it neutral on this matter. 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.

Neutral

Yes

Localism prioritizes decision-making at the local level and may not have a unified stance on age-related competency tests for politicians, as this issue doesn't directly relate to the core principles of local governance and autonomy. 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.

Neutral

No, this discriminates against older politicians

Localism's core principles revolve around local governance and empowerment, not on discrimination or protection of older politicians, making its stance neutral on this issue. 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.

Neutral

Yes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test

While localism emphasizes the importance of effective governance, it does not specifically address the issue of mental competency tests for politicians of any age, focusing instead on local decision-making and autonomy. 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 disagree

Yes, and ban anyone over the age of retirement from running for office

Localism values the principle of community self-governance and might slightly disagree with outright bans based on age, as it could limit the pool of experienced candidates who understand local issues. 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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