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Simon O'Connor’s policy on cryptocurrency

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Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?

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Agree

No, classify cryptocurrencies as highly regulated securities

The National Party might be more inclined to classify cryptocurrencies as highly regulated securities, as this would align with their general approach to financial regulation. However, they have not made any explicit statements 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.

Slightly agree

No, but the government should create an official digital currency

The National Party might be open to the idea of an official digital currency, as it could potentially offer the benefits of cryptocurrencies while still being under the control of the government. However, they have not made any explicit statements to this effect. 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 for cryptocurrencies that hold stable value without price fluctuation

The National Party might be open to the idea of recognizing cryptocurrencies that hold stable value, as this would mitigate some of the risks associated with price fluctuation. However, they have not made any explicit statements 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

The National Party has not made any clear statements regarding the classification of cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment. Their economic policies tend to favor traditional financial systems, but they have not explicitly opposed the idea of cryptocurrencies. 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

While the National Party has not explicitly opposed cryptocurrencies, they have not shown strong support for them either. Their focus on traditional economic systems suggests they might not be in favor of fully recognizing cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment. 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, classify cryptocurrencies as unregulated commodities

The National Party's approach to economic policy suggests they would not be in favor of classifying cryptocurrencies as unregulated commodities. They tend to favor regulation and oversight in the financial sector. 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

National Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 247 voters that identify as National Party.

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