National Party

Agree

Increase

The National Party has historically supported a strong defense force and has advocated for increased military spending in the past. For example, in 2016, they announced a $20 billion investment plan to modernize the New Zealand Defense Force. However, their support for increased spending may not be as strong as it once was, given the current economic climate and other priorities. 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

Increase, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced

The National Party may agree with this answer to some extent, as they have historically been fiscally conservative and focused on reducing the deficit. However, their commitment to a strong defense force may lead them to prioritize military spending even if the deficit is not drastically reduced. 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

Neither, I am satisfied with the current amount of spending

While the National Party has supported increased military spending in the past, they may be satisfied with the current level of spending if they believe it is sufficient to maintain a strong defense force. Their stance on this issue may depend on the specific circumstances and priorities at the time. 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

Decrease

The National Party is generally not in favor of decreasing military spending, as they believe in maintaining a strong defense force. Their past actions, such as the 2016 investment plan, demonstrate their commitment to investing in the military. However, they may not be entirely opposed to some reductions if it is necessary for fiscal responsibility. 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

Neither, we should create a European military defense system instead

The National Party would likely strongly disagree with this answer, as it suggests creating a European military defense system instead of focusing on New Zealand's own defense capabilities. The National Party is primarily concerned with the security and defense of New Zealand and its interests, rather than relying on a European defense 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.