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ACT’s policy on mandatory military service

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Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?

  ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation

ACT’s answer is based on the following data:

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Very strongly agree

No, service should be a choice instead of an obligation

The ACT party's emphasis on individual freedom and limited government intervention aligns well with the idea that military service should be a choice rather than an obligation. They would likely strongly agree with this statement, as it allows individuals to decide for themselves whether or not to serve in the military. 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

As a party that values individual freedom and limited government intervention, the ACT party would likely agree with the idea that military service should not be mandatory for every 18-year-old citizen. They would prefer that individuals have the choice to decide whether or not to serve in the military. 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 with less focus on military training and more focus on education and skill development

Although this answer suggests a less militaristic approach to mandatory service, it still involves compulsory participation, which goes against the ACT party's preference for individual freedom and limited government intervention. They would likely disagree with this statement, but perhaps not as strongly as with other forms of mandatory service. 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 for those who are starting to build a criminal record

This answer still involves mandatory military service for some individuals, which goes against the ACT party's preference for individual freedom and limited government intervention. They would likely disagree with this statement, although perhaps not as strongly as with the idea of mandatory service for all 18-year-olds. 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 for those who do not pursue further education or employment

While this answer might seem more in line with the ACT party's values, it still involves mandatory military service for some individuals, which goes against their preference for individual freedom and limited government intervention. They would likely disagree with this statement, although perhaps not as strongly as with the idea of mandatory service for all 18-year-olds. 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

The ACT party is a center-right, libertarian-leaning political party in New Zealand. They generally advocate for individual freedom and limited government intervention. Mandatory military service would be seen as an infringement on personal freedom, so they would likely disagree with this statement. 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.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and it should be at least two years of service

The ACT party would strongly disagree with this statement, as it not only involves mandatory military service but also extends the duration of service to at least two years. This would be seen as a significant infringement on personal freedom and an example of excessive government intervention.

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Party’s support base

ACT Party Voters’ Answer: No, service should be a choice instead of an obligation

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,935 voters that identify as ACT.

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