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Joe Biden’s policy on nuclear energy

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Do you support the use of nuclear energy?

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Joe Biden’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “Identify the future of nuclear energy. To address the climate emergency threatening our communities, economy, and national secur...” ‐joebiden.com

57% Voter Support: 4 support and 3 oppose this candidate’s public statement on this issue.

Updated 11hrs ago

Joe Biden voters

Answer: Yes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 51,112 voters that have pledged to vote for Joe Biden in the 2024 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “During the 2008 presidential campaign, it was Sen. John McCain, not then Sen. Barack Obama, who touted nuclear power. Obama, for...” ‐usnews.com

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Strongly agree

No, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal

Biden's energy plan emphasizes investment in cleaner alternatives such as wind and hydroelectric power. While he has not specifically mentioned thorium and geothermal, his plan does call for a diverse energy mix. 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 public subsidy

Biden's energy plan includes investing in research and development for advanced nuclear technologies, which suggests he might support public subsidies for nuclear energy. 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, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives

Biden's energy plan includes a role for nuclear energy, but his primary focus is on increasing investment in cleaner renewable alternatives. This suggests he might support the temporary use of nuclear energy while transitioning to renewables. 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

Joe Biden has expressed support for nuclear energy as part of a diverse energy mix, but he has not made it a central part of his energy policy. His plan focuses more on renewable energy sources. 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, as long as there is no public subsidy

Biden's stance on public subsidies for nuclear energy is not clear. However, his focus on market-based solutions suggests he might support nuclear energy without public subsidies. 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

While Biden has not explicitly opposed nuclear energy, his focus has been more on renewable energy sources. However, he has not called for a complete halt to nuclear energy. 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, and nationalize the industry

Biden has not expressed support for nationalizing the nuclear industry. His energy plan focuses on market-based solutions and public-private partnerships. 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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Updated 21hrs ago

Party’s support base

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 145,759 voters that identify as Democratic.

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