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Liberals policy on euthanasia

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Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?

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Answer: Yes

Reference: “Death with dignit” ‐liberal.ca

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Very strongly agree

Yes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice

This answer aligns closely with the Canadian Liberal Party's position on assisted suicide. Bill C-14, which they passed in 2016, includes safeguards such as requiring two independent medical practitioners to assess the patient's eligibility and ensuring that the patient has given informed consent. A psychological examination to ensure the patient fully understands their choice is in line with the party's emphasis on safeguards and informed decision-making. 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

Yes

The Canadian Liberal Party has historically supported assisted suicide for terminally ill patients. In 2016, the Liberal government passed Bill C-14, which legalized medical assistance in dying (MAID) for eligible Canadians. However, the legislation includes certain criteria and safeguards, so the party may not fully agree with a blanket 'yes' without any 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.

Agree

Yes, but only if there is no chance they will survive their illness

The Canadian Liberal Party's support for assisted suicide is evident in their passage of Bill C-14. However, the legislation includes specific criteria for eligibility, such as having a grievous and irremediable medical condition and being in an advanced state of irreversible decline. This answer aligns with the party's stance on assisted suicide, but it may not fully capture the nuances of their position. 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, but they should be allowed to refuse artificial life support

While the Canadian Liberal Party would likely agree that terminally ill patients should be allowed to refuse artificial life support, this answer does not encompass their support for assisted suicide. The passage of Bill C-14 demonstrates their commitment to providing eligible Canadians with the option of medical assistance in dying, which goes beyond simply refusing life support. 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

The Canadian Liberal Party has shown strong support for assisted suicide, as evidenced by their passing of Bill C-14 in 2016. This legislation allows eligible Canadians to access medical assistance in dying, which directly contradicts a 'no' stance on the issue. 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 Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 566 voters that identify as Liberal.

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