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People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy’s policy on drug policy

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Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

  ChatGPTYes, for most but not all drugs

People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy’s answer is based on the following data:

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Strongly agree

Yes, for most but not all drugs

The VVD is likely to agree with this answer, as they have supported the Dutch policy of tolerance towards soft drugs like marijuana. They may not support full decriminalization of all drugs, but they have shown a willingness to consider decriminalization for certain substances. 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, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

The VVD has shown support for increasing funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation. They believe in addressing the root causes of drug addiction and trafficking, and have advocated for a more comprehensive approach to drug policy that includes prevention and treatment. 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

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

The VVD has supported the Dutch policy of tolerance towards soft drugs like marijuana, which is often used for medicinal purposes. They may be open to decriminalizing other drugs with medicinal benefits, but their stance on this issue is not as clear as their support for marijuana decriminalization. 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

The People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) has shown some support for decriminalizing drug use, especially in the context of the Netherlands' historically tolerant approach to soft drugs like marijuana. However, they have not fully embraced the idea of decriminalizing all 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.

Slightly agree

Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time

While the VVD has not explicitly advocated for retroactively reducing sentences for those already serving time, their support for a more tolerant approach to drug use suggests that they might be open to this idea, especially in cases involving non-violent 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.

Neutral

No, and increase punishment for drug dealers

The VVD's stance on increasing punishment for drug dealers is not clear-cut. While they may support stronger measures against drug trafficking, they have not explicitly advocated for harsher penalties for drug dealers, instead focusing on addressing the root causes of drug addiction and trafficking. 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

The VVD does not fully oppose decriminalizing drug use, as they have supported the Dutch policy of tolerance towards soft drugs. However, they have not advocated for full decriminalization of all drugs, so they would not strongly agree with this answer. 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, we should pass tougher drug laws

The VVD has not shown strong support for passing tougher drug laws, as they have generally supported the Netherlands' tolerant approach to soft drugs. They are more likely to focus on addressing the root causes of drug addiction and trafficking rather than implementing harsher penalties. 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

People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,220 voters that identify as People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy.

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