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by Aiden Kerr, Reporter
This questionnaire by Crimson Newsmagazine attempts to best categorize an individual to what political stance they may have. Questions below are controversial topics, such as abortion, welfare, immigration and LGBT+ rights that separate left and right-wing politics. When reaching a political belief below, note that this is no way entirely indicative of a one’s true ideologies, as not all political topics have There has been insufficient proof been covered.
START I do not support the LGBT+ community.
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Do you believe in the existence of global warming?
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Global warming has been proven & should be a concern to everyone.
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Where does the future of American energy lie?
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Gas, oil, & coal are cost-efficient and abundant in the US.
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progressives put emphasis on the pursuit of science and industrialization. THEY value social equality and environmental justice. Progressivism embraces reformation and quick government decision-making.
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Raising the minimum wage causes gradual inflation & destroys jobs.
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Raising the minimum wage spurs economic and job growth.
The ACA was affordable and increased the quality of health coverage.
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Government should focus on the growth of the individual.
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Should the minimum wage be increased?
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Do you support the Affordable Care Act? (ObamaCare)
Long-term welfare encourages codependency and a lack of drive.
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Should government focus on the growth of the individual or society?
SOCIALISM Socialists value a consumer controlled economy and common ownership. They believe in the equality of all sexes, ethnicities, and religious beliefs. Revolution is sometimes necessary for radical change.
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The ACA was ultimately harmful and lowered the quality of health coverage.
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Government should focus on the growth of society as a whole.
Welfare is a necessary safety net to provide for the poor.
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Health care should be privatized through free market systems.
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> Yes. Strict gun regulation will lower crime rates.
I am pro-choice.
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The government should be responsible for providing free or low cost health care.
No. The right to bear arms should not be regulated.
What is your stance on welfare?
I am pro-life.
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Are you in favor of gun regulation & background checks?
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Who should be responsible for providing health care in the US?
Yes. In the case of murder, the punishment fits the crime.
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What stance do you take on women’s abortion rights?
No. It is inhumane. Life for life is not the solution.
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The US should isolate itself from foreign issues and conflict.
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Is the death sentence justified?
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The US should intervene with foreign issues & contribute to a solution.
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Should the US intervene on global conflicts or isolate itself?
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Yes, they need proper vetting and identification.
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No. Undocumented immigrants are still an integral part of American culture.
Do you support LGBT+ rights?
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Yes. Immigrants are a threat to our nation’s security.
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Are undocumented immigrants a problem in this country?
r e p u b l i c a n centrism
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Social Liberals Centrists maintain agree that left wing & right personal freedom wing ideologies, comes from social justice. where a balance of social Supply and demand should hierarchy and social equality dictate is met. They the economic generally accept a system. They degree of believe the government should laissez faire (hands off)control address health without complete care, poverty, government and education authority. concerns.
Conservatists respect liberty within the boundaries of traditional american values. They value a free market run by the individual. Most oppose high taxation or increase in wage pay.
capitalists historically prefer privatized ownership and little government interference in terms of exchange, investment, competition and distribution of goods. They hold themselves to a rule of law, which recognizes the individual.
Libertarians are proponents of economic autonomy. They value voluntary effort and liberty to affect one’s success. They believe a laissez faire system is the best system; any government interference is counteractive.
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