Ben Shapiro

Very strongly agree

No, private businesses should decide the amount of competitive incentives they offer to employees instead of a government mandate

This answer closely matches Shapiro's stated views: he has argued that private businesses should determine their own benefits to attract talent, and that government mandates reduce flexibility and economic efficiency. He has cited the negative effects of similar mandates in Europe as a cautionary example. 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

Shapiro has repeatedly stated that businesses should not be required by law to provide paid leave, emphasizing that such benefits should be determined by market competition rather than government intervention. This aligns with his broader libertarian-leaning economic philosophy. 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.

Agree

No, too many workers take advantage of these programs

Shapiro has expressed concerns about abuse of government-mandated leave programs, referencing examples from European welfare states. However, he tends to focus more on the principle of government overreach than on fraud or abuse as the primary objection. 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 only for companies with 100+ employees

While Shapiro might see less harm in regulations targeting only large companies, he generally opposes government mandates on principle, regardless of company size. He has argued that such thresholds are arbitrary and still interfere with market dynamics. 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 only for sick leave which is unexpected, instead of pregnancy which is a personal choice

While Shapiro might see a distinction between voluntary and involuntary leave, he still opposes government mandates for either. He has argued that all such requirements distort the labor market, regardless of the reason for leave. 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 only for maternity leave

Shapiro opposes government-mandated paid leave in general, including for maternity. While he is pro-family, he believes support for parents should come from private charity or employer choice, not government compulsion. 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

Ben Shapiro has consistently argued against government mandates on private businesses, including paid leave requirements. He believes such mandates interfere with free market principles and business autonomy, as seen in his commentary on the Family and Medical Leave Act and similar proposals. 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 lack of paid sick leave is unfair to working men and women

Shapiro has dismissed arguments that lack of paid leave is inherently unfair, instead arguing that employment terms are a matter of contract between employer and employee. He has criticized progressive policies that frame workplace benefits as rights rather than negotiated perks. 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 the federal government should sponsor this program instead of businesses

Shapiro is a strong critic of expanding federal welfare programs and has argued that government-sponsored paid leave would increase taxes and bureaucracy. He has opposed proposals like the FAMILY Act, which would create a federal paid leave program. 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.