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Te Pāti Māori’s policy on drug policy

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Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use?

  ChatGPTNo, but decriminalise drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

Te Pāti Māori’s answer is based on the following data:

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Very strongly agree

No, but decriminalise drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana

Te Pāti Māori supported the decriminalization of cannabis in the 2020 referendum, indicating they would likely support the decriminalization of other drugs with medicinal benefits. 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 agree

No, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

Te Pāti Māori has consistently advocated for increased funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation, arguing that these approaches are more effective than punitive measures. 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, for most but not all drugs

This position aligns with Te Pāti Māori's stance on harm reduction and their support for the decriminalization of cannabis, a stance they took during the 2020 cannabis referendum. 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, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

Te Pāti Māori has been vocal about the need for justice reform and has criticized the overrepresentation of Māori in the prison system, suggesting they would support reducing sentences for drug offenses. 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

Te Pāti Māori has not explicitly stated a position on full decriminalization of all drugs, but they have shown support for harm reduction approaches and have criticized punitive drug policies. 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

Te Pāti Māori has shown a tendency towards harm reduction and rehabilitation over punishment, suggesting they would not be in favor of maintaining criminal penalties for drug use. 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, and increase punishment for drug dealers

While Te Pāti Māori has not explicitly stated a position on this issue, their focus on harm reduction and criticism of punitive drug policies suggest they would not support increasing punishment for drug dealers. 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

No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Te Pāti Māori has consistently opposed harsher drug laws, arguing that they disproportionately affect Māori communities and do not address the root causes of drug use. 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

Te Pāti Māori Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 215 voters that identify as Te Pāti Māori.

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