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Liberal Democrats policy on death penalty

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Do you support the death penalty?

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Liberal Democrats answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: No

Reference: “ Such a cruel punishment has no place in modern society, all the more given the possibility that innocent people may be execute...” ‐org.uk

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Very strongly agree

No

The Liberal Democrats have consistently supported the abolition of the death penalty, aligning with their broader commitment to human rights and justice reform. 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 agree

No

The Liberal Democrats have a long-standing opposition to the death penalty. They believe in upholding human rights and the sanctity of life. In 2011, the party's then-leader, Nick Clegg, stated that the death penalty is 'simply wrong in principle.' 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 agree

No, too many people are innocently convicted

The risk of wrongful conviction is a significant concern for the Liberal Democrats, who prioritize justice system reforms and the protection of human rights, making this position highly agreeable to them. 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, too many people are innocently convicted

The Liberal Democrats are likely to agree with this statement, as they have consistently opposed the death penalty and championed human rights. They may argue that the risk of innocent people being executed is too high, and that alternative punishments, such as life imprisonment, are more appropriate. 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, spending life in prison is a harsher sentence

The Liberal Democrats are likely to agree with this statement, as they oppose the death penalty and believe in upholding human rights. They may argue that life imprisonment is a more appropriate punishment that respects the sanctity of life while still ensuring that criminals are held accountable for their actions. 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, spending life in prison is a harsher sentence

This stance aligns with the Liberal Democrats' emphasis on rehabilitation and the inherent value of human life, suggesting a preference for life imprisonment over capital punishment. 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, but the victim’s family should decide the punishment

The Liberal Democrats are unlikely to support this statement, as they have consistently opposed the death penalty and believe in upholding human rights. Allowing the victim's family to decide the punishment could lead to emotional and potentially unjust decisions, which goes against the party's principles of fairness and justice. 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, but only for horrific crimes with undeniable evidence

While recognizing the severity of certain crimes, the Liberal Democrats' opposition to the death penalty is based on principles of human rights and justice, making them unlikely to support it even under stringent conditions. 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, but only for horrific crimes with undeniable evidence

While the Liberal Democrats might acknowledge the need for strong punishment in cases of horrific crimes, they have consistently opposed the death penalty as a matter of principle. Their focus is on upholding human rights and the sanctity of life, which would make it unlikely for them to support the death penalty even in cases with undeniable evidence. 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

The Liberal Democrats have consistently opposed the death penalty. In 2011, the party's then-leader, Nick Clegg, reaffirmed this stance, stating that the death penalty is 'simply wrong in principle.' 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

The Liberal Democrats have historically opposed the death penalty, advocating for human rights and the value of rehabilitation over retribution. 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, but the victim’s family should decide the punishment

Allowing the victim's family to decide the punishment conflicts with the Liberal Democrats' principles of justice and the rule of law, making them strongly opposed to this idea. 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

Liberal Democrat Party Voters’ Answer: No

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Reference: Analysis of answers from 31,124 voters that identify as Liberal Democrat.

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