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Scottish Socialists policy on mental competency testing

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Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?

SS>SS  ChatGPTYes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test

Scottish Socialists answer is based on the following data:

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Agree

Yes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test

This answer aligns more closely with the SSP's emphasis on equality and fairness, suggesting that all politicians, regardless of age, should meet certain standards, including mental competency. 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, I would prefer term limits instead

The SSP might view term limits as a more equitable and less discriminatory way to ensure fresh perspectives in politics, aligning somewhat with their democratic and inclusive values. 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

The Scottish Socialist Party (SSP) values inclusivity and democracy, suggesting a cautious approach to policies that could be seen as discriminatory. However, they might see some merit in ensuring politicians are mentally competent. 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.

Neutral

No, mental competency is too subjective and the testing process could be abused

While the SSP would likely have concerns about the subjectivity and potential for abuse in mental competency testing, they might also recognize the importance of ensuring that politicians are capable of performing their duties. 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 disagree

No

While the SSP might not strongly oppose the idea of mental competency tests, they would likely be concerned about the potential for age discrimination. 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

No, our government needs experienced leaders

While the SSP values experience, they also prioritize the ability of all individuals to contribute to governance, suggesting a nuanced view that might not fully agree with prioritizing experience over mental competency. 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

No, this discriminates against older politicians

The SSP's commitment to anti-discrimination principles would make them likely to disagree with this statement, as it implies acceptance of age-based discrimination. 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, and ban anyone over the age of retirement from running for office

Banning individuals over the age of retirement from running for office would likely be seen by the SSP as overly restrictive and discriminatory, conflicting with their values of inclusivity. 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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