I side with New York on 67% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.

Most Important

Do you support increased gun control?

You: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

51% of New York: Yes

26% of New York: No

9% of New York: Yes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training

6% of New York: No, only for individuals with mental health issues and convicted felons

4% of New York: No, only for assault weapons

2% of New York: No, but increase penalties for gun-related crimes

1% of New York: No, and the federal government should pass national “stand your ground” laws

1% of New York: Yes, and ban all guns from public use

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Do you support affirmative action programs?

You: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity

33% of New York: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity

32% of New York: Yes

28% of New York: No

5% of New York: No, and laws should be passed prohibiting minority groups from receiving any favorable treatment

1% of New York: Yes, and laws should be passed requiring all federal agencies to give favorable treatments to minorities

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Should corporations and unions be permitted to fund broadcast advertisements backing political candidates through political action committees (Super PACS)?

You: No

55% of New York: No

21% of New York: No, corporations are not people and should not be allowed to finance political campaigns

19% of New York: Yes

6% of New York: Yes, any restriction on campaign spending violates the first amendment

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Should the federal government regulate the internet to deter online piracy?

You: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internet

65% of New York: No

11% of New York: Yes

10% of New York: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internet

8% of New York: No, industries should address their piracy issues instead of the government

6% of New York: No, and enact legislation preventing any level of government policing the internet

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Do you support the Patriot act?

You: No

44% of New York: No

26% of New York: Yes, but limit the scope of the government’s powers

23% of New York: Yes

7% of New York: No, and pass strict laws prohibiting any government surveillance

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How should the U.S. deal with Iran?

You: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons

49% of New York: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons

27% of New York: Strategically eliminate their nuclear bomb making capabilities

14% of New York: Isolate through trade embargoes

7% of New York: Iran does not threaten our national security and there is no proof they are building a nuclear weapon

3% of New York: Ignore their threats and cease all contact

1% of New York: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

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How should the U.S. handle the genocide in Sudan?

You: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military

78% of New York: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military

20% of New York: Do not get involved

2% of New York: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

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Should the U.S. end the war in Afghanistan?

You: Yes, bring a majority of the troops home but maintain a strong diplomatic presence

64% of New York: Yes

17% of New York: Yes, bring a majority of the troops home but maintain a strong diplomatic presence

9% of New York: No, not until all U.S. military leaders are confident the mission has been accomplished

7% of New York: Yes, and only approve future wars through Congress

4% of New York: No

Most Important

Should the U.S. intervene in the affairs of other countries?

You: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community

41% of New York: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community

23% of New York: No

16% of New York: Only if there is a direct threat to our national security

12% of New York: Yes

4% of New York: Only with non-violent diplomatic solutions such as sanctions and peace talks

2% of New York: No, we have more important domestic issues to worry about

1% of New York: Yes, and use the military to preemptively strike any hostile nations perceived as a threat

1% of New York: No, and dramatically decrease our military while abolishing the CIA and NSA

Somewhat Important

Should the United States end its trade embargo and travel ban on Cuba?

You: Yes

59% of New York: Yes

16% of New York: No

16% of New York: Yes, lift the travel ban but keep some provisions of the embargo in place

6% of New York: Yes, allow Americans to travel to any country they choose

3% of New York: Yes, end embargoes with all countries and allow U.S. businesses to do business with any country

Most Important

Should gay marriage be allowed in the U.S.?

You: Yes

77% of New York: Yes

10% of New York: No

4% of New York: No, allow civil unions for same-sex couples but don't call it marriage

4% of New York: Take the government out of marriage and instead make it a religious decision

3% of New York: Let each state decide

1% of New York: No, marriage should be defined as between a man and woman

Most Important

What is your stance on abortion?

You: Pro-choice

66% of New York: Pro-choice

12% of New York: Pro-life

7% of New York: Pro-choice, but providing birth control, sex education, and social services could help reduce the number of abortions

6% of New York: Pro-choice, I don't agree with it but it's not my right or the government's to ban abortion

6% of New York: Pro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child's health

2% of New York: Let each state decide

2% of New York: Ban after the first trimester

Somewhat Important

Should the government require health insurance companies to provide free birth control?

You: Yes

52% of New York: Yes

26% of New York: No

13% of New York: No, it should be covered like any other prescription

5% of New York: No, let the insurance companies decide instead of a government mandate

4% of New York: Yes, but exempt religious organizations or charities

1% of New York: No, the government should sponsor abstinence education programs instead

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Should U.S. National Parks and Forests continue to be preserved and protected by the federal government?

You: Yes

86% of New York: Yes

4% of New York: Let each state determine which areas to protect

3% of New York: Yes, but allow limited logging, drilling, and mining

3% of New York: Yes, but allow more public access

2% of New York: No

2% of New York: Yes, and expand the government’s domain to protect more land

1% of New York: No, there is no reason for the government to own so much land

More Important

Is Global Warming a threat to the environment?

You: Yes

71% of New York: Yes

11% of New York: No

10% of New York: Regardless, we should incentivize the private sector to develop cleaner and efficient fuels

4% of New York: No, global warming and cooling are natural cycles beyond our control

3% of New York: There is not enough evidence to determine this

1% of New York: Regardless, we should not devote government resources to prevent it

Most Important

Should Congress raise the debt ceiling?

You: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich

41% of New York: No

23% of New York: Yes

15% of New York: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spending

9% of New York: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich

8% of New York: No, cut spending

3% of New York: Yes, raise the debt ceiling during a recession

1% of New York: The Federal Reserve should destroy the $1.6 trillion in government bonds it now holds

More Important

Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

You: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year

53% of New York: Yes

22% of New York: No

13% of New York: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year

9% of New York: Leave it up to the states to decide

2% of New York: No, eliminate all federal wage standards

Somewhat Important

Do you believe the 2001 and 2003 George W Bush tax cuts should be extended?

You: Extend only for those making less than $250,000

46% of New York: No

24% of New York: Yes

19% of New York: Extend only for those making less than $250,000

5% of New York: Reform to a flat tax system

3% of New York: Abolish the IRS and pass the Fair Tax legislation

2% of New York: Yes, and enact more across the board cuts to aid all income levels

2% of New York: Abolish all income taxes

Somewhat Important

Should the federal government subsidize U.S. farmers?

You: Yes, but include small and organic farmers

36% of New York: Yes

33% of New York: No

19% of New York: Yes, but include small and organic farmers

12% of New York: Yes, but cut corn and factory farm subsidies

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Should children of illegal immigrants be granted citizenship?

You: Yes, if they were born here

43% of New York: Yes

20% of New York: No

14% of New York: Yes, if they were born here

10% of New York: Yes, but after they turn 18 and apply for citizenship

6% of New York: Yes, but it should not grant their parents citizenship

5% of New York: Yes, but after 4 years of military service or earning a college degree

1% of New York: No, all illegal immigrants should be deported

1% of New York: Yes, and abolish all national borders

Somewhat Important

Should illegal immigrants working in the U.S. be granted temporary amnesty?

You: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals

32% of New York: Yes

25% of New York: No

18% of New York: Yes, but only if they pay taxes

17% of New York: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals

5% of New York: No, fine companies that employ illegal immigrants

2% of New York: No, remove them from the U.S.

1% of New York: No, but allow them to stay

More Important

Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?

You: Yes, I support a majority of the plan but not all aspects

44% of New York: Yes

23% of New York: No

11% of New York: Yes, I support a majority of the plan but not all aspects

8% of New York: No, open the markets so insurers can compete across state lines and drive down costs

7% of New York: No, institute a universal healthcare system

4% of New York: Yes, institute a mandatory single payer system

3% of New York: Let each state decide

Somewhat Important

Should marijuana be legalized in the U.S.?

You: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

52% of New York: Yes

20% of New York: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

18% of New York: No

7% of New York: Yes, but only for medical use

2% of New York: Yes, and immediately free all citizens jailed for drug offenses

Most Important

Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?

You: Not the current regime

37% of New York: Yes

15% of New York: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

14% of New York: No

14% of New York: No, we should be less involved

11% of New York: Yes, but respect Israel’s sovereignty and do not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors

3% of New York: No, we should not give aid to any foreign nations

2% of New York: Not the current regime

2% of New York: No, cut all support and aid

1% of New York: Yes, and increase funding to support the Israeli government’s decision to move the embassy to Jerusalem

1% of New York: Yes, and with more aid and support

More Important

Should we expand or dismantle our Medicare program?

You: Transform the system into a Canadian or European style single payer system that can negotiate pricing for medication and treatments

57% of New York: Reform

14% of New York: Keep "as is"

13% of New York: Expand

12% of New York: Transform the system into a Canadian or European style single payer system that can negotiate pricing for medication and treatments

3% of New York: Dismantle

1% of New York: Seniors should embrace responsibility for their own healthcare and leave the government out of it

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Are you in favor of decriminalizing all drugs?

You: No

39% of New York: No

38% of New York: Yes, but not all drugs

14% of New York: Yes

6% of New York: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time for drug use

3% of New York: No, we should pass tougher drug laws

Somewhat Important

Should we expand or dismantle our Social Security program?

You: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall

25% of New York: Keep "as is"

21% of New York: Expand

12% of New York: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall

11% of New York: Privatize the current system by allowing younger workers to contribute a portion of their payroll tax obligation to a private investment account

10% of New York: Reform and raise the retirement age to account for people living longer

7% of New York: Dismantle

7% of New York: Reform the current system to factor inflation rather than wage growth

7% of New York: Reform the current system into a voluntary “opt-in” program

Most Important

Should the U.S. have bailed out the major banks during the financial crisis of 2008?

You: Yes, but with more restrictions

35% of New York: No

29% of New York: Yes

15% of New York: Yes, but with more restrictions

12% of New York: Regardless, we should instead enact legislation that prevents banks from becoming too big to fail

6% of New York: Yes, but only on the condition that top management be fired without compensation

3% of New York: No, remove the federal reserve and go back to the gold standard

1% of New York: Yes, and nationalize all big banks

Somewhat Important

Should able-bodied, mentally capable adults who receive welfare be required to work?

You: No, but in order to receive benefits they should be looking for a job or enrolled in education and job training programs

58% of New York: Yes

24% of New York: No, but in order to receive benefits they should be looking for a job or enrolled in education and job training programs

7% of New York: Yes, adults who receive government benefits should be required to work

5% of New York: No

3% of New York: No, but their benefits would expire after two years of unemployment

2% of New York: Yes, and eliminate welfare all together as it is not authorized in the Constitution

1% of New York: No, “workfare” is a form a slave labor

Somewhat Important

Should illegal immigrants be given access to government-subsidized healthcare?

You: Yes, if they pay taxes

43% of New York: No

23% of New York: Yes

14% of New York: Yes, if they pay taxes

6% of New York: No, but they should be allowed to purchase private healthcare

6% of New York: Only for life threatening emergencies or infectious diseases

4% of New York: No, but their children should have access

1% of New York: No, deport illegal immigrants seeking healthcare

1% of New York: Yes, and grant them citizenship

1% of New York: No, the government should not subsidize healthcare

1% of New York: Yes, but they should be deported after treatment

Somewhat Important

Should the federal government allow the death penalty?

You: No

42% of New York: Yes

33% of New York: No

17% of New York: Yes, but only in certain circumstances in which a heinous crime has been committed

7% of New York: Leave it up to the states

Somewhat Important

Should we expand our offshore oil drilling?

You: No, but maintain our current offshore oil wells

41% of New York: No

31% of New York: Yes

18% of New York: Incentivize the private sector to develop alternative forms of energy

4% of New York: No, but maintain our current offshore oil wells

4% of New York: Deregulate and let the free market determine the best energy sources

1% of New York: Nationalize the energy sector

1% of New York: No, end all offshore oil drilling