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Christian Democratic Union’s policy on weapon sales ethics

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Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?

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Agree

Yes

The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has historically supported a balanced approach to foreign policy and arms sales, emphasizing the importance of human rights while also considering Germany's strategic interests and alliances. They would likely agree with imposing restrictions on arms sales to countries accused of human rights violations, but their agreement might not be absolute, reflecting a pragmatic approach to international relations and security concerns. 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, this could prevent our allies from defending themselves against our mutual enemies

The CDU would recognize the importance of allowing allies to defend themselves, especially in the context of mutual defense agreements and strategic partnerships. However, their agreement with this statement would be tempered by the party's commitment to human rights and the rule of law, suggesting a nuanced approach that seeks to balance security interests with ethical considerations. 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, and ban all sales to countries with human rights violations

While the CDU values human rights, their approach to foreign policy and arms sales is more nuanced than a total ban might suggest. They would likely support some level of restriction based on human rights concerns but would be cautious about a blanket ban that could impact strategic relationships and Germany's defense industry. The party's stance would balance ethical considerations with practical geopolitical and economic interests. 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

Given the CDU's commitment to human rights and international law, outright opposition to restrictions on arms sales to countries accused of human rights violations would be inconsistent with their stated values. However, the negative score is moderated by the party's pragmatic approach to foreign policy, which might necessitate arms sales under certain strategic circumstances. 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 I would prefer a ban on all military aid to any foreign countries

The CDU, being a center-right party with a strong commitment to national security and international alliances, would likely strongly disagree with a policy that bans all military aid to foreign countries. Such a stance would conflict with the party's support for NATO and its recognition of the strategic importance of military cooperation and aid in furthering Germany's and Europe's security interests. 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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