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Answer: Yes
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Strongly agree
Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive
This statement aligns with the ACT party's belief in personal responsibility and accountability. They may support terminating benefits for those testing positive for drugs as a way to discourage drug use and misuse of welfare funds. 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
The ACT party has historically supported policies that promote personal responsibility and accountability. They may agree with drug testing welfare recipients as a way to ensure that government funds are not being used to support drug habits. 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 provide treatment for those testing positive
The ACT party may agree with this statement as it aligns with their belief in personal responsibility and accountability, but also acknowledges the need for support and treatment for those struggling with drug addiction. 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, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians
While the ACT party supports accountability, they may not fully agree with this statement as it could be seen as overly broad and potentially infringing on the rights of individuals who are not welfare recipients. 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, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse
The ACT party may not fully agree with this statement as it could be seen as too lenient and not fully addressing the issue of drug use among welfare recipients. 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
Regardless, we should end all social welfare programs
While the ACT party supports reducing government spending and promoting personal responsibility, they have not advocated for the complete elimination of social welfare programs. 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, this is a waste of time and money
While the ACT party is fiscally conservative and generally supports measures to reduce government spending, they may see drug testing as a necessary expense to ensure the integrity of the welfare system. 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
Given the ACT party's stance on personal responsibility, they would likely disagree with the idea of not testing welfare recipients for drugs. 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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ACT Party Voters’ Answer: Yes
Importance: Most Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 4,731 voters that identify as ACT.
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