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Don Young’s policy on economic stimulus

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Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?

  ChatGPTYes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

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Party influence

Republican Party Answer: No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “House Passes Stimulus Plan With No GOP Votes - The New York Times” ‐nytimes.com

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Strongly agree

Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

As a conservative, Young generally supports tax breaks as a means of stimulating the economy. He has consistently voted in favor of tax cuts throughout his career. 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

Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

Young has consistently supported increased spending on infrastructure, including during times of economic downturn. He has often advocated for infrastructure projects in his home state of Alaska. 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

Yes

Don Young, a Republican, has shown some support for economic stimulus during times of recession, such as his vote in favor of the CARES Act in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, his support is not absolute and is often contingent on the specifics of the proposed stimulus. 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

Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Young's support for the CARES Act indicates that he believes in some level of government intervention to boost recovery during a recession. 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

Yes, but in the form of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession

Young's support for the CARES Act, which provided targeted aid to sectors heavily hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, suggests he would agree with this approach. 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

Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens

While Young generally supports tax breaks, his record suggests he is more likely to favor broad tax cuts rather than targeted breaks for low-income citizens. 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 disagree

No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

While Young may agree to some extent that recessions can serve as a natural economic correction, his support for the CARES Act suggests he does not believe in completely refraining from economic stimulus during such times. 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

No

While Young is generally conservative and favors limited government intervention in the economy, he has shown willingness to support economic stimulus in certain circumstances, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. 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

No, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

While Young generally favors fiscal conservatism, his support for the CARES Act and other stimulus measures suggests he does not believe in drastically reducing government spending during recessions. 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 collectivize all industry

As a conservative, Young strongly opposes collectivization and has consistently advocated for free-market principles throughout his career. 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

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,870 voters that identify as Republican.

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