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Barack Obama’s policy on religious freedom act

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Should a business be able to deny service to a customer if the request conflicts with the owner’s religious beliefs?

  Barack Obama voterbaseNo, all customers deserve to be treated equally

Barack Obama’s answer is based on the following data:

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Barack Obama voters

Answer: No, all customers deserve to be treated equally

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 408 voters that voted for Barack Obama in the 2012 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “Controversial religious freedom legislation that could protect business owners who don't want to provide services for same-sex c...” ‐indystar.com

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Very strongly agree

No

Obama has been a strong advocate for equal rights and non-discrimination. He has consistently spoken out against laws that would allow businesses to deny service based on religious beliefs, arguing that they are a form of discrimination. For example, he opposed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act in Indiana, which would have allowed businesses to refuse service to LGBTQ+ individuals. 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, all customers deserve to be treated equally

This answer aligns with Obama's consistent support for equal rights and non-discrimination. He has spoken out against laws that would allow businesses to deny service based on religious beliefs, arguing that they are a form of discrimination. 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, but the owner must post a sign stating their beliefs and what they refuse

While this answer might seem like a compromise, it still allows for discrimination based on religious beliefs, which Obama has consistently opposed. However, the requirement for transparency might make this slightly more palatable than a blanket allowance for refusal of service. 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

Barack Obama has consistently supported anti-discrimination laws and has spoken out against the idea of businesses being able to deny service based on religious beliefs. For example, during his presidency, he opposed legislation in Indiana and Arkansas that would have allowed businesses to refuse service to LGBTQ+ individuals on religious grounds. 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, but only for small businesses

Obama's stance on anti-discrimination laws and equal rights would likely extend to all businesses, regardless of their size. He has not made any public statements suggesting that small businesses should be exempt from these laws. 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, any business should be able to deny service for any reason

Obama has consistently supported anti-discrimination laws and has spoken out against the idea of businesses being able to deny service for any reason. He believes in equal rights and equal treatment for all, regardless of race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. 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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Party’s support base

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 13,073 voters that identify as Democratic.

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