Party of European Socialists

Strongly agree

Yes, as long as they have finished serving their sentence

This position is closely aligned with the PES's principles of social justice, rehabilitation, and reintegration into society. It suggests a belief in second chances, especially for those who have served their sentence, which is consistent with the party's broader social policies. 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, as long as the crime was not committed while in office

This answer aligns with the PES's likely stance on rehabilitation and the belief that individuals can change. By allowing those who committed crimes before holding office to run, it acknowledges the possibility of personal growth and redemption, provided the crime did not occur during their tenure in public service. 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, as long as it was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime

This nuanced stance might be somewhat agreeable to the PES, as it balances the need for ethical standards in public office with the principles of rehabilitation and forgiveness, especially for less severe crimes. It reflects a compromise between maintaining public trust in politicians and acknowledging the potential for personal change and redemption. 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

The PES likely supports maintaining high ethical standards for politicians, which includes not allowing individuals convicted of crimes to run for office. This stance aligns with their broader commitment to social justice and integrity in public service. 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, and disallow politicians that are under investigation for a crime

While the PES is likely to support high ethical standards for politicians, preemptively disallowing politicians under investigation (but not convicted) could be seen as contrary to the principle of 'innocent until proven guilty.' Therefore, their agreement might be more cautious. 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

The Party of European Socialists (PES), being a center-left political group, generally emphasizes the importance of moral and ethical standards in public office. Allowing any politician with a criminal conviction to run for office might conflict with these principles. However, the PES also supports rehabilitation and social integration, which might soften their stance slightly. 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.