Bernie Sanders

Very strongly agree

No, and we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention

Sanders has called for strict adherence to the Geneva Conventions and U.S. law regarding the treatment of prisoners. He has advocated for closing loopholes and ensuring accountability for violations. 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

Bernie Sanders has consistently opposed the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, including waterboarding, which he considers torture. He has publicly stated that torture is illegal and immoral, and he supported President Obama's 2015 ban on such practices. 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, torture is an ineffective form of interrogation

Sanders has cited evidence and expert opinion that torture is an ineffective means of gathering reliable intelligence. He has referenced the Senate Intelligence Committee's report on CIA torture, which found such methods produced little actionable information. 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, torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment

Sanders has repeatedly called torture inhumane and a violation of both U.S. law (including the 8th Amendment) and international agreements. He has referenced the Geneva Conventions and the Constitution in his opposition. 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, allow the use of psychological but not physical tactics

While Sanders might support lawful psychological interrogation methods, he has been critical of any tactics that could be considered coercive or abusive. He would likely oppose broad authorization of psychological tactics if they border on cruelty. 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 as a last resort

Sanders opposes torture under any circumstances, including as a 'last resort.' He has argued that making exceptions opens the door to abuse and is inconsistent with American and international law. 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

Sanders has strongly condemned the use of torture and enhanced interrogation techniques by the military, arguing that they are both ineffective and a violation of American values and international law.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, but only if they are convicted terrorists

Sanders does not support torture or enhanced interrogation for anyone, convicted or not. He has argued that torture is always wrong and illegal, regardless of the individual's status. 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, we must use any means necessary to prevent terrorism

Sanders has explicitly rejected the 'any means necessary' approach, arguing that it leads to human rights abuses and undermines America's moral standing. He has criticized this logic in debates and Senate speeches. 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.