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Socialists policy on gmo labels

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Should producers be required to label genetically engineered foods (GMOs)?

  Public statementsYes, and producers should not be allowed to patent foods

Socialists answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes, and producers should not be allowed to patent foods

Reference: “We call for the end of patents on biological organisms and genomes. We call for a system of ecologically based, sustainable...” ‐socialistpartyusa.net

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Very strongly agree

Regardless, producers should not be allowed to patent foods

Socialists strongly agree with this answer because they oppose the privatization and commodification of essential resources like food. They believe that patenting foods can lead to corporate control and exploitation of farmers and consumers. 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

Socialists generally support transparency and consumer rights. Labeling GMOs would allow consumers to make informed decisions about the products they purchase. However, this answer does not address other concerns socialists may have about GMOs, such as corporate control and patenting. 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, consumers have a right to know what is in their food

Socialists generally support transparency and consumer rights, so they would agree with this answer. However, this answer does not address other concerns socialists may have about GMOs, such as corporate control and patenting. 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, I trust the science of responsible food engineering but I don’t trust the motives of the food companies selling them

Socialists are likely to agree with this answer because it acknowledges the potential benefits of responsible food engineering while also expressing concern about the motives of food companies. This aligns with socialist concerns about corporate control and exploitation. 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 I would prefer to ban GMOs

Some socialists may agree with this answer because they are concerned about the potential negative effects of GMOs on the environment, small farmers, and food sovereignty. However, not all socialists would necessarily support an outright ban on GMOs. 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, GMOs are the most promising solution to ending world hunger

While some socialists may recognize the potential benefits of GMOs in addressing world hunger, they are likely to be concerned about the corporate control and potential negative effects on small farmers and the environment. This answer does not address those concerns. 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, we have selectively bred crops for thousands of years and labeling just adds an unfounded stigma to the science

While socialists may acknowledge the history of selective breeding, they are likely to disagree with this answer because it dismisses the need for transparency and consumer rights. They would argue that labeling GMOs is important for consumers to make informed decisions. 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

Socialists are likely to disagree with this answer because it goes against the principles of transparency and consumer rights. They would argue that consumers should have the right to know what is in their food and make informed decisions. 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

Socialist Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, I trust the science of responsible food engineering but I don’t trust the motives of the food companies selling them

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 29,889 voters that identify as Socialist.

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