Australian Democrats Party

Very strongly agree

No, and higher education should be free for everyone

The Australian Democrats have historically supported policies aimed at making higher education more accessible and affordable. Advocating for free higher education aligns with their broader goals of reducing inequality and ensuring that education is accessible to all, regardless of financial background. 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, we should instead focus on decreasing the cost of education

Focusing on decreasing the cost of education is consistent with the Australian Democrats' long-standing policies on education. They have advocated for measures to make education more affordable and accessible, viewing education as a right rather than a privilege. 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

The party's historical stance on education and student loans suggests a preference for policies that do not penalize institutions for the economic outcomes of their graduates, focusing instead on broader systemic changes to support both students and educational institutions. 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, but only if they are for profit universities

While the Australian Democrats are likely to support increased accountability for for-profit educational institutions, their broader educational policies suggest a preference for systemic reforms over punitive measures. They might support some level of accountability but would likely prioritize reforms that address the root causes of educational inequality and financial barriers. 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, make the liability proportional to the expected yearly income of the degree offered

While the Australian Democrats advocate for equitable education policies, making liability proportional to expected income might indirectly discourage universities from offering courses leading to lower-income jobs, which could be against the party's inclusive approach to education. 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, it is the student’s responsibility to manage their financial outcome

This stance places the onus of financial management solely on students, which may conflict with the Australian Democrats' views on providing support and reducing barriers for students in accessing and benefiting from higher education. 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

The Australian Democrats have historically supported policies that increase access to education and reduce the financial burden on students. Holding universities financially accountable for graduates defaulting on loans due to low-income jobs contradicts the party's principles of supporting education accessibility and reducing student debt. 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.