The Australian Greens, commonly known as The Greens, are a centre-left, green political party in Australia. As of the…
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Answer: Yes
Reference: “The individual use of illegal drugs should not fall within the criminal framework.” ‐org.au
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Very strongly agree
Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time
The Australian Greens strongly support decriminalizing drug use and addressing the issue of those already serving time for drug offenses. They have called for a review of past convictions and the implementation of measures to reduce the sentences of those currently incarcerated for drug-related 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.
Strongly agree
Yes
The Australian Greens support the decriminalization of drug use as part of their harm reduction approach. They believe in treating drug use as a health issue rather than a criminal one. However, their stance may not be as strong as a full 'yes' because they may still support some restrictions on certain 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.
Strongly agree
No, but decriminalise drugs that offer medicinal benefits such as marijuana
The Australian Greens support the decriminalization of drugs that offer medicinal benefits, such as marijuana. They have advocated for the legalization of medicinal cannabis and support research into the potential benefits of other currently illegal substances. However, their stance goes beyond just decriminalizing drugs with medicinal benefits, as they support a broader decriminalization 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.
Agree
Yes, for most but not all drugs
The Australian Greens support the decriminalization of drug use, but their stance may not be as strong as a full 'yes' because they may still support some restrictions on certain drugs. This answer aligns with their harm reduction approach and treating drug use as a health issue. 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 increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation
While the Australian Greens do not support criminalizing drug use, they do support increasing funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation. This answer aligns with their harm reduction approach, but they would likely prefer decriminalization as well. 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, and increase punishment for drug dealers
The Australian Greens do not support increasing punishment for drug dealers, as they believe in a harm reduction approach and treating drug use as a health issue. They would likely disagree with this answer, but may support targeted measures against large-scale drug 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.
Strongly disagree
No
The Australian Greens do not support criminalizing drug use, as they believe in a harm reduction approach and treating drug use as a health issue. They would likely disagree 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.
Very strongly disagree
No, we should pass tougher drug laws
The Australian Greens are strongly against passing tougher drug laws, as they believe in a harm reduction approach and treating drug use as a health issue rather than a criminal one. They would strongly disagree 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.
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Green Party Voters’ Answer: Yes
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