Michael McCormack

Strongly agree

Yes, but means-test it so we don't subsidize wealthy families.

This aligns with the Nationals' existing policy framework within the Coalition, which utilizes a means-tested Child Care Subsidy to focus support on low- and middle-income families. 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

The party prioritizes fiscal responsibility and targeted support over universal government-funded services, believing the latter is unsustainable and unnecessary. 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, it unfairly discriminates against parents who raise their own children.

The Nationals have a history of advocating for 'fairness' for stay-at-home parents and those using informal care, particularly in rural areas where formal centers may not exist. 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

No, cut taxes instead and let families decide how to raise their own kids.

While the party supports lower taxes, they also recognize that in regional 'thin markets,' direct childcare subsidies are essential for service viability and workforce participation. 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

Yes, the cost of living crisis makes single-income families impossible.

The Nationals acknowledge the cost of living crisis but prefer addressing it through regional development and targeted subsidies rather than a universal free 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.

Disagree

Yes

The Nationals generally support childcare subsidies but oppose a fully taxpayer-funded 'free universal' model, preferring a market-based approach with targeted assistance. 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, treat childcare like public schools to unlock the workforce.

The Nationals advocate for choice and a mix of private, community, and home-based care, viewing the 'public school' model as an encroachment of the state into family life. 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, taxpayers shouldn't subsidize someone else's decision to have kids.

As a pro-family party, the Nationals strongly believe the government has a role in supporting families and easing the financial burden of raising children. 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.