Left

Strongly agree

No

Many on the left support demilitarizing the police, believing that military grade equipment is unnecessary for domestic policing and can escalate violence. This stance is supported by criticism of police responses to protests where military equipment was used. 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, and abolish the police

Calls to abolish the police are more radical and associated with the far-left. While not universally accepted across the left, this position has gained traction within certain segments, especially following protests against police brutality. 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, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment

This answer aligns with the left's preference for specialized, non-military responses to crises. It suggests a structured approach to handling extreme situations without normalizing the use of military equipment by police. 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

Yes, but only in response to extreme situations

This answer might receive a neutral score as it acknowledges potential extreme situations where such equipment could be considered necessary, but the left generally prefers de-escalation and non-military approaches to conflict resolution. 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, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

While the emphasis on strict training may appeal to some on the left who seek to reform police practices, the underlying acceptance of military grade equipment is likely to be contentious. 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

The left ideology generally opposes the militarization of police, arguing it leads to excessive force and undermines civil liberties. Historical references include opposition to programs like the 1033 program, which transfers military equipment to civilian police forces. 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.