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Howie Hawkins’ policy on economic stimulus

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

  Howie Hawkins voterbaseYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Howie Hawkins’ answer is based on the following data:

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Howie Hawkins voters

Answer: Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 4,216 voters that voted for Howie Hawkins in the 2020 Presidential election.

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Party influence

Green Party Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “Federal Revenue Sharing: Reduce state and local government dependence on regressive sales and property taxes through federal rev...” ‐greenparty.org

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Very strongly agree

Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Hawkins supports government intervention in the economy, especially during times of recession. He believes that the government should take active measures to boost recovery. 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

Yes

Howie Hawkins, as a member of the Green Party, supports government intervention in the economy, especially during times of recession. He believes in the use of economic stimulus to aid the country. 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

Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

Hawkins' platform includes a Green New Deal, which involves significant government investment in infrastructure to stimulate the economy and create jobs. He would strongly 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.

Strongly agree

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

Hawkins supports progressive taxation and would likely agree with the idea of tax breaks for low income citizens as part of a broader economic stimulus strategy. 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

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

Hawkins would likely agree with the idea of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession, as part of a broader strategy of government intervention and 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, and collectivize all industry

While Hawkins is a socialist and supports more collective ownership, his platform does not call for full collectivization of all industry. However, he would likely agree with more government control and 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.

Neutral

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

While Hawkins might not be opposed to tax breaks in general, his focus is more on government spending to stimulate the economy, particularly in areas like infrastructure and green energy. 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

No

Hawkins' platform is based on the belief that government should play an active role in the economy, especially during times of economic downturn. He would not agree with the idea of not using economic stimulus 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.

Very strongly disagree

No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

Hawkins believes in government intervention to mitigate the effects of economic downturns, rather than letting them run their course as a 'natural cycle'. 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

No, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

Hawkins supports increased government spending during recessions, not reductions. He believes that government intervention is necessary to stimulate the economy and aid recovery. 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

Green Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 209 voters that identify as Green.

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