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Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine,…
Not all of the citizens of these countries are terrorists or criminals. As long as the government and security agencies are aware of it, then I have no problem
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Should immigrants be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
If their country of origin allows our citizens to hold dual citizenship then fine. The government must do thorough background checks beforehand
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Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
In areas where we have a clear shortage of skilled workers, then yes. It should never be at the expense of Australian workers and should be carefully monitored…
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Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
Case by case only. If people are properly vetted and are clearly at risk in their own country, then absolutely we should give then asylum
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Should immigrants be required to learn English?
With free government lessons and assistance. It must never be forced and different languages and cultures need to be embraced
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Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
One size never fits all. It would depend on the crime, if it was victimless (good luck finding one of those), whether or not real rehabilitation and restitution…
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Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
It would depend on the crime. Violent crimes of any kind would be obvious, but some “white collar” crimes affect innocent people too.
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Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
This could be more helpful in First Nations’ communities where, clearly, the police alone is often more damaging than helpful
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Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
Between the ages of 16 and 18 it could be voluntary. That way, anyone who was interested in politics could have a say. I would not make it compulsory for under…
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Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?
I’m basing my answer to age. We have a retirement age for most people so why are they exempt from it?
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Should artists be held to the same reporting and disclosure requirements as hedge funds, mutual funds, and public companies when selling their artwork?
It depends on what you mean by “artists”.. There are so many different genres that I’m reluctant to answer - that would make all art seem generic and it’s clear…