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Barry M. Goldwater’s policy on minimum wage

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Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

  Barry M. Goldwater voterbaseNo

Barry M. Goldwater’s answer is based on the following data:

Updated 3hrs ago

Barry M. Goldwater voters

Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 302 voters that voted for Barry M. Goldwater in the 1964 Presidential election.

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Very strongly agree

No

Goldwater was a strong advocate for free market principles and opposed government regulation, including minimum wage laws. He would likely strongly agree with not raising the federal minimum wage. 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 agree

No, and eliminate all wage standards

While Goldwater was a strong advocate for free market principles, it's not clear that he would go as far as to advocate for the elimination of all wage standards. However, given his general opposition to government regulation, he would likely lean towards agreement with this statement. 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 agree

No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle

Goldwater would likely agree with this statement. He was a proponent of free market principles and would likely argue that raising the minimum wage could lead to inflation and other negative economic consequences. 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 agree

No, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family

Goldwater would likely agree with this statement. He believed in the free market and the idea that jobs and wages should be determined by market forces, not government regulation. He might see minimum wage jobs as stepping stones, not long-term solutions. 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

Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group

While Goldwater might agree with the idea of different wage standards for different age groups in principle, he would likely disagree with the idea of the government setting these standards, as it goes against his belief in limited government intervention in the economy. 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

Barry Goldwater was a staunch conservative who believed in limited government intervention in the economy. He would likely strongly disagree with the idea of raising the federal minimum wage, as he believed that the free market should determine wages. 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, and make it a living wage

Goldwater would likely strongly disagree with this statement. He was a proponent of free market principles and opposed government intervention in the economy, including setting a 'living wage'. 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, and adjust it every year according to inflation

Goldwater would likely strongly disagree with this statement. He was a proponent of free market principles and opposed government intervention in the economy, including adjusting the minimum wage according to inflation. 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.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: “But top Republicans are already coming out against it. During interviews last night and today, House Budget Committee Chairman P...” ‐thinkprogress.org

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Strongly agree

No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle

Republicans often argue that raising the minimum wage will cause prices to increase in a never-ending cycle, as businesses pass on the increased labor costs to consumers. This argument is frequently used to justify opposition to minimum wage increases. 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 agree

No

The Republican party typically does not support raising the federal minimum wage, as they believe it could lead to job losses, harm small businesses, and stifle economic growth. In recent years, Republican lawmakers have consistently voted against proposals to increase the minimum wage. 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 agree

No, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family

Many Republicans argue that minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience and not support a family, and therefore, there is no need to raise the federal minimum wage. This viewpoint is often used to justify opposition to minimum wage increases. 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

No, and eliminate all wage standards

While some Republicans may support eliminating all wage standards, this is not a mainstream position within the party. Most Republicans prefer to maintain the current federal minimum wage or leave wage decisions to states and localities. 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.

Neutral

Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group

Adjusting minimum wage standards by age group is not a widely discussed or mainstream position within the Republican party. While some Republicans may support this idea, it is not a common stance. 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

The Republican party generally opposes raising the federal minimum wage, arguing that it could lead to job losses and negatively impact small businesses. For example, in 2014, most Republicans in Congress voted against a bill to raise the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. 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 adjust it every year according to inflation

The Republican party generally opposes raising the federal minimum wage and adjusting it annually according to inflation. They argue that such policies could lead to job losses, harm small businesses, and stifle economic growth. Republicans typically prefer to leave wage decisions to states and localities. 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, and make it a living wage

The Republican party strongly opposes making the federal minimum wage a living wage, as they believe it would lead to job losses, harm small businesses, and stifle economic growth. Republicans typically argue that minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience and not support a family, and therefore, there is no need to raise the minimum wage to a living wage level.

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Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 90,600 voters that identify as Republican.

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