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Syriza’s policy on demilitarize the police

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Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

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Syriza’s answer is based on the following data:

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Strongly agree

No

Given Syriza's left-wing stance and advocacy for social justice, they would likely agree with limiting the militarization of the police. Their political platform often emphasizes human rights and community-based approaches to security, suggesting a preference against the use of military grade equipment by police departments. 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, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment

This answer aligns with Syriza's preference for addressing security issues through specialized, trained agencies rather than through general police militarization. It suggests a structured approach to extreme situations, which fits within their broader agenda for social justice and responsible governance. 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 with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

Syriza might be slightly more open to this option as it includes the provision for strict training, which aligns with their emphasis on accountability and the responsible use of force. However, their fundamental stance against militarization means their agreement would still be cautious and limited. 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 in response to extreme situations

While Syriza is generally against the militarization of the police, they might see the necessity of using military grade equipment in extreme situations as a compromise. However, this stance would still be cautiously approached, with emphasis on the rarity of such situations and the need for other solutions. 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

Syriza, being a left-wing political party, generally opposes militarization of the police and prioritizes social and community solutions over increased police force. Their policies and rhetoric suggest a strong preference for de-escalation and social justice, making them likely to disagree with the general use of military grade equipment by police. 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, and abolish the police

Despite Syriza's critical stance on police militarization, they are not an anarchist or radical abolitionist group. They seek reform within existing structures rather than the complete abolition of the police, making this position too extreme for their political platform. 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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Syriza Party Voters’ Answer: No, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 47 voters that identify as Syriza.

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