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Libertarians policy on foreign assassination

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Should the US assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?

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Public statements

Answer: No

Reference: “The Libertarian Party does NOT support killing foriegn citizens” ‐lp.org

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Agree

No, they should be captured and given a fair trial

This answer is more in line with libertarian principles of due process and individual rights. It avoids assassination and emphasizes a fair trial. However, it may not fully align with the party's non-interventionist foreign policy stance, as it still involves capturing individuals in foreign countries. 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 are more likely to oppose assassinations due to their non-interventionist foreign policy stance and emphasis on individual rights. However, this answer does not provide an alternative solution, which may not fully align with the party's views 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.

Slightly agree

Yes, but only if there is undeniable evidence they have committed an attack against our country

While this answer includes a condition that may be more palatable to libertarians, it still involves assassination, which goes against the party's non-interventionist stance. The focus on undeniable evidence may resonate with some libertarians who prioritize due process, but the overall approach is still interventionist. 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, but only if there is undeniable evidence they are planning to attack our country

This answer is a mix of interventionist and non-interventionist principles. While it requires undeniable evidence, which may appeal to libertarians who value due process, it still involves assassination, which goes against the party's non-interventionist stance. The score is neutral because it is not clear how strongly the party would agree or disagree with this approach. 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

No, capture, interrogate, and imprison them instead

This answer avoids assassination, which may align with the party's non-interventionist stance. However, it still involves capturing and imprisoning individuals without a trial, which goes against libertarian principles of due process and individual rights. The score is slightly negative because the approach is still interventionist. 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

Libertarians generally prioritize individual rights and non-interventionism in foreign policy. Assassinating suspected terrorists without due process goes against these principles. However, some libertarians may argue that protecting American citizens from potential threats is a legitimate function of government, which is why the score is not a full -5. 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

Libertarian Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, but only if there is undeniable evidence they are planning to attack our country

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 69,863 voters that identify as Libertarian.

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