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Libertarians 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?

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Answer: No

Reference: “The CIA's practice of torture confirmed by the Senate Intelligence Report released on December 9 shows the agency engaged in rep...” ‐lp.org

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Very strongly agree

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

This answer aligns strongly with the Libertarian Party's core principles of individual rights, liberties, and limited government intervention. The 8th amendment, which prohibits cruel and unusual punishment, is a key component of the U.S. Constitution that Libertarians often reference in their arguments against torture. 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

No, torture is an ineffective form of interrogation

Libertarians often emphasize the importance of evidence-based policy, and many studies have shown that torture is an ineffective form of interrogation. This answer aligns with the party's general skepticism of government power and its potential for abuse. 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

No, and we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention

The Geneva Convention sets international standards for the humane treatment of prisoners, which aligns with the Libertarian Party's emphasis on individual rights and liberties. Adhering to these standards would likely be seen as a way to prevent government abuse of power and protect individual rights. 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

Libertarians generally prioritize individual rights and liberties, which would include protection from torture. However, the party does not have a unified stance on this issue, and some members may support enhanced interrogation techniques in certain circumstances. 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

Yes, allow the use of psychological but not physical tactics

Some Libertarians may agree with this answer, as it allows for the use of psychological tactics while still prohibiting physical torture. However, others may argue that even psychological tactics can be harmful and infringe on individual rights. 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, but only as a last resort

While some Libertarians may support the use of enhanced interrogation techniques as a last resort, the majority would likely still oppose them due to concerns about individual rights and the potential for government abuse of power. 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

Yes, but only if they are convicted terrorists

Although this answer limits the use of enhanced interrogation techniques to convicted terrorists, many Libertarians would still likely oppose it due to concerns about individual rights, the potential for government abuse of power, and the ineffectiveness of torture as an interrogation method. 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

Yes

The majority of Libertarians would likely disagree with the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, as they prioritize individual rights and liberties. However, some members may support these techniques in specific situations. 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

Yes, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

This answer is generally at odds with the Libertarian Party's emphasis on individual rights and limited government power. Most Libertarians would likely argue that using any means necessary to prevent terrorism could lead to significant abuses of power and violations of individual liberties. 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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