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Answer: Yes
Reference: “Driven by Trump Policy Changes, Fracking Booms on Public Lands” ‐nytimes.com
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Strongly agree
Yes
Many Republicans support hydraulic fracking as a means to increase domestic energy production and reduce dependence on foreign oil. For example, the Trump administration rolled back regulations on fracking and opened up more federal lands for drilling. 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 not in heavily populated areas
Some Republicans may support restrictions on fracking in heavily populated areas due to concerns about public health and safety. However, this is not a universally held position within the party, and many Republicans still advocate for widespread fracking operations. 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 increase oversight
While some Republicans may support increased oversight of hydraulic fracking, the party has generally opposed additional regulations on the industry. The Trump administration, for example, rolled back several regulations related to fracking and environmental protection. 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, more research is needed to measure the long term effects of fracking
While some Republicans may call for more research on the long-term effects of fracking, the party generally supports its use and has not pushed for extensive research before continuing with fracking operations. 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, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead
While some Republicans may support sustainable energy resources, the party as a whole has been more focused on expanding fossil fuel production, including hydraulic fracking. The Trump administration, for example, rolled back several environmental regulations and promoted fossil fuel development. 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
No
The Republican party generally supports the use of hydraulic fracking and has opposed efforts to ban or restrict it. They argue that it is a key component of energy independence and job creation. 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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Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 13,510 voters that identify as Republican.
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