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Greens policy on welfare drug testing

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Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?

  Public statementsNo, this is a waste of time and money

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Public statements

Answer: No, this is a waste of time and money

Reference: “Launch a public consultation on the decriminalization of illicit drugs, considering the current high costs of the law enforcemen...” ‐greenparty.ca

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Very strongly agree

No, this is a waste of time and money

The Green Party of Canada would strongly agree with this answer, as they are focused on efficient use of resources and social justice. Mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients can be seen as a waste of time and money, as well as discriminatory. Their overall stance on social and environmental issues aligns 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.

Strongly agree

No

The Green Party of Canada would likely agree with not testing welfare recipients for drugs, as they prioritize social justice and reducing inequality. Mandatory drug testing can be seen as discriminatory and stigmatizing, which goes against their core values. While there is no specific historical example, their overall stance on social issues supports 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.

Agree

Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive

While the Green Party of Canada might not fully support mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients, they would likely agree with providing treatment for those who test positive. This aligns with their focus on social justice and support for healthcare services. However, their preference would likely be to avoid mandatory testing altogether. 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, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse

The Green Party of Canada might somewhat agree with this answer, as it focuses on a more targeted approach to drug testing for welfare recipients. However, they would still likely prefer to avoid mandatory drug testing altogether and focus on social justice and support for vulnerable populations. 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, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians

While the Green Party of Canada is focused on transparency and accountability, they would likely not support mandatory drug testing for all government employees and politicians. This could be seen as invasive and unnecessary, and the party would likely prioritize other methods of ensuring accountability and ethical behavior. 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 Green Party of Canada generally focuses on social justice and equality. They are unlikely to support mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients, as it can be seen as discriminatory and stigmatizing. There is no specific historical example, but their overall stance on social issues suggests they would 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

Regardless, we should end all social welfare programs

The Green Party of Canada strongly disagrees with ending all social welfare programs, as they are committed to social justice and reducing inequality. They believe in providing support to vulnerable populations and have advocated for policies such as a Guaranteed Livable Income to ensure everyone has access to basic needs. 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, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive

The Green Party of Canada would strongly disagree with this answer, as it goes against their core values of social justice and equality. Terminating benefits for those who test positive for drugs would further marginalize and stigmatize vulnerable populations, which is not in line with the party's goals. 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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Party’s support base

Green Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 387 voters that identify as Green.

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