Unitary Democratic Coalition Party

Strongly agree

No

Given their left-wing ideology and emphasis on social issues, the CDU would likely support the idea that police should not use military-grade equipment, advocating instead for policing methods that focus on community engagement and conflict resolution. 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 position aligns with the CDU's preference for specialized, professional responses to crises, emphasizing the importance of appropriate training and equipment for handling extreme situations, rather than a general militarization of the 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.

Agree

Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

The CDU might see the value in ensuring that if military-grade equipment is to be used, it should be under strict conditions with proper training. This stance aligns with their broader focus on safety and responsible governance, though it's not their preferred approach. 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 the CDU might accept the use of military-grade equipment in extreme situations as a pragmatic concession, their overall ideological stance suggests a preference for minimizing such scenarios and focusing on preventative measures. 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

The Unitary Democratic Coalition (CDU), a coalition that includes the Portuguese Communist Party and the Ecologist Party 'The Greens', generally opposes militarization of the police and emphasizes social justice and human rights. Their political stance suggests a strong preference for community-based approaches to security rather than military-grade interventions. 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 their critical stance on policing methods, the CDU has not advocated for the abolition of the police force. Their political platform typically focuses on reform and social justice within existing structures rather than dismantling them entirely. 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.