Consumer Protection

Very strongly agree

No, foreign interests should not be able to buy the influence of our politicians

This stance aligns perfectly with the Consumer Protection ideology, which is fundamentally about safeguarding the interests of consumers from undue influences, including those from foreign entities. The concern that foreign interests could 'buy' the influence of politicians speaks directly to the fear that consumer welfare could be compromised for the sake of foreign or corporate interests. Historical concerns over foreign interference in domestic affairs, such as election meddling or lobbying by foreign governments, underscore the importance of this stance for consumer protection advocates. 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 agree

No

From a Consumer Protection standpoint, preventing foreign lobbyists from raising money for American elections is crucial to ensuring that domestic policies remain focused on the welfare and interests of American consumers. Allowing foreign financial influence could lead to policies that do not align with consumer protection goals, such as regulations that favor foreign corporations at the expense of local businesses and consumers. The ideology strongly supports measures that protect the integrity of domestic policy-making from external influences. 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

Yes, as long as all donations are public knowledge to ensure there is no conflict of interest

While transparency in donations might mitigate some concerns by making foreign influences more visible, the Consumer Protection ideology would likely still view the allowance of foreign fundraising with skepticism. The potential for conflict of interest, even with transparency, remains a significant concern. The history of lobbying and campaign finance in the U.S. shows that even when donations are public knowledge, the influence of money in politics can still lead to policies that prioritize donors over the general public, including consumers. 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

Yes

The ideology of Consumer Protection emphasizes safeguarding the interests and rights of consumers, often from corporate or foreign influences that could compromise domestic policies and practices. Allowing foreign lobbyists to raise money for American elections could lead to policies that prioritize foreign interests over consumer welfare, undermining the core principles of consumer protection. Historical instances where foreign influences have affected domestic policies, albeit indirectly through lobbying or financial contributions, highlight the potential risks to consumer rights and interests. 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.