Healthcare › COVID Mask Mandate
Should the federal government require people to wear face masks in public during the COVID pandemic?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only indoors or crowded areas |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples |
Healthcare › Stay At Home Order
Should the government enforce a “stay-at-home” order to combat the coronavirus?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Domestic Policy › Trump Impeachment
Do you support the impeachment of President Donald Trump?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, Trump committed a crime when he threatened to withhold aid from Ukraine |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
Crime › Police Body Cameras
Should police officers be required to wear body cameras?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, this will protect the safety and rights of police officers and citizens |
the Economy › Equal Pay
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and businesses should be required to publish their salary ranges for each position |
Healthcare › COVID-19 Vaccine
Will you get the Covid-19 vaccine once it is ready?
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
Public statementsPro-choice |
Domestic Policy › Insurrection Act
Should the President of the United States have the power to deploy military troops in order to stop protests?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878, prohibits the military from conducting law-enforcement |
Domestic Policy › COVID-19 School Closures
Should the state government order schools to provide online only classes in order to combat coronavirus?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Elections › 2020 US Presidential Election Legitimacy
Was the 2020 US presidential election conducted fairly?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Drug Price Regulation
Should the government regulate the prices of life-saving drugs?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and we should socialize medicine and healthcare |
Education › School Reopenings
Should K-12 schools reopen for in-person learning?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but offer a choice between online and in-person learning |
Healthcare › Masks on Public Transportation
Should the Federal government mandate that masks be worn by all people on public transportation?
Healthcare › Stay-At-Home Order
When should your state end the “Stay at Home” order and reopen its economy?
John F. Kerry voterbaseUntil a vaccine is approved by the FDA |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only for non-surgical treatments such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy |
Social › Gun Buyback
Should the federal government institute a mandatory buyback of assault weapons?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, increase mental health and background checks instead |
Education › Student Loan Forgiveness
Do you support President Biden’s student loan forgiveness program?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but we should cancel all student loan debt and make education free |
Healthcare › Pre-Existing Conditions
Should health insurers be allowed to deny coverage to individuals who have a pre-existing condition?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, it is immoral to deny health insurance to people with pre-existing conditions |
Social › Religious Freedom Act
Should a business be able to deny service to a customer if the request conflicts with the owner’s religious beliefs?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, all customers deserve to be treated equally |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Social › Gender Identity
Should “gender identity” be added to anti-discrimination laws?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and the government should do more to protect minorities from discrimination |
Social › Marital Rape
Should marital rape be classified and punished as severely as non-marital rape?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and consentual sex with a spouse under the age of 18 should be classified as statutory rape |
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only if their hormone levels are equivalent to those in the gender category in which they compete |
Domestic Policy › Gun Control
Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, require strict background checks, psychological testing, and training |
Social › Religious Service Ban
Should religious gatherings be banned in order to combat the COVID-19 pandemic?
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
Party’s support baseYes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test |
the Economy › Inflation
Has the government done enough to lower inflation?
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
the Economy › Paid Sick Leave
Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, the lack of paid sick leave is unfair to working men and women |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Elections › Foreign Lobbying
Should foreign lobbyists be allowed to raise money for American elections?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, foreign interests should not be able to buy the influence of our politicians |
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as it is safe for them to return to their country |
Elections › Mail In Ballot
Should the US have a mail-in ballot process for whole states in local, state, and federal elections?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Crime › Criminal Justice Use of AI
Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Reform
Should the Supreme Court be reformed to include more seats and term limits on judges?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only reform to impose term limits on judges |
Social › Racial Sensitivity Training
Should the federal government require racial sensitivity training for employees?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and also include LGBTQ+ topics |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, too many people are innocently convicted |
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, private prisons will sacrifice quality of care and rehabilitation services for profit |
Social › Planned Parenthood Funding
Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, their services reach far beyond abortions and can save many lives through cancer screening, prenatal services, and adoption referrals |
Foreign Policy › Iran
Should the U.S. go to war with Iran?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, the U.S. should encourage Iran to disarm through diplomatic channels |
Immigration › Illegal Immigrant Detainment
Should local law enforcement be allowed to detain illegal immigrants for minor crimes and transfer them to federal immigration authorities?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, only if they are convicted of a violent crime |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by the first amendment?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
Immigration › Border Security
Should the U.S. increase restrictions on its current border security policy?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, make it easier for immigrants to access temporary work visas |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Financial Transactions
Should Supreme Court justices be prohibited from making financial transactions with people who have a vested interest in court outcomes?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but allow people to use private insurance |
Domestic Policy › No-Fly List Gun Control
Should people on the “no-fly list” be banned from purchasing guns and ammunition?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but not until the no-fly list screening process is improved for accuracy and includes due process |
Domestic Policy › Muslim Surveillance
Should local police increase surveillance and patrol of Muslim neighborhoods?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, targeting Muslims is unconstitutional, racist, and incendiary |
Domestic Policy › NSA Domestic Surveillance
Should the NSA (National Security Agency) be allowed to collect basic metadata of citizen’s phone calls such as numbers, timestamps, and call durations?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, only with a warrant showing probable cause of criminal activity |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should the U.S. raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
John F. Kerry voterbaseKeep current rates but eliminate deductions and loop holes |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, the government should not determine what is fake or real news |
Elections › Voter Fraud
Should a photo ID be required to vote?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and automatically register every citizen to vote when they turn 18 |
Social › Confederate Flag
Should states be allowed to display the Confederate flag on government property?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, it is a symbol of racism, separatism and treason |
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, focus on ending tax evasion instead |
Technology › Data Privacy
Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Sanctuary Cities
Should sanctuary cities receive federal funding?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender |
Crime › Qualified Immunity for Police
Do you support qualified immunity for police officers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and increase the personal liability for misconduct |
the Economy › Taxes
Should the U.S. raise taxes on the rich?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should there be a limit to the amount of money a candidate can receive from a donor?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, politicians should not be bought by wealthy donors |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, hire professionally trained security guards instead |
Immigration › Immigrant Laborers
Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, create a simple path to citizenship for immigrants with no criminal record |
Social › First Amendment
Should the government support a separation of church and state by removing references to God on money, federal buildings, and national monuments?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but do not waste money removing existing references |
Domestic Policy › Patriot Act
Do you support the Patriot Act?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and pass strict laws prohibiting government surveillance without probable cause and a warrant |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. remain in NATO?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but NATO should focus more on counter-terrorism strategies |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and adjust it every year according to inflation |
Social › Safe Spaces
Should universities provide “trigger warnings” and “safe spaces” for students?
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote |
Domestic Policy › Affirmative Action
Do you support affirmative action programs?
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in the United States, have the right to vote?
Crime › Solitary Confinement for Juveniles
Should prisons ban the use of solitary confinement for juveniles?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and we should create more social programs to help prevent and rehabilitate criminals |
Domestic Policy › Congressional ban on stock trading
Should members of Congress be allowed to trade stocks while serving in office?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and their investments should be held in a blind trust |
the Environment › Climate Change
Should the government increase environmental regulations to prevent climate change?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men |
Foreign Policy › Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?
John F. Kerry voterbasePalestine |
Foreign Policy › Israel Boycott
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Healthcare › Vaccine Mandates for Customers
Should private businesses have the right to ask customers for their vaccination status?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Social › Government Mandates
Should health insurance providers be required to offer free birth control?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, except for religious organizations and charities that oppose the use of contraception |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine
Should the U.S. and NATO use military forces to defend Ukraine from a Russian invasion?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Medicaid Work Requirement
Should people be required to work in order to receive Medicaid?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, the vast majority of people who receive Medicaid are disabled |
Education › Student Loans
Do you support increasing taxes for the rich in order to reduce interest rates for student loans?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and increase government funding so every student receives a free college education |
Transportation › Eliminating Traffic Laws
Should the government eliminate all traffic laws and rely on voluntary compliance?
Immigration › Citizenship Test
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
Foreign Policy › Soleimani
Do you support the killing of Iranian Major General Qassem Soleimani?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, this could unnecessarily start another war in the Middle East |
Healthcare › Safe Haven
Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, drug abuse should be treated as a health issue, not a criminal issue |
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn English?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we should embrace the diversity that immigrants add to our country |
Transportation › GPS Vehicle Tracking
Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Domestic Policy › Gerrymandering
Should the redrawing of Congressional districts be controlled by an independent, non-partisan commission?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, gerrymandering gives an unfair advantage to the party in power during redistricting |
Foreign Policy › Afghanistan
Should the United States pull all military troops out of Afghanistan?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Immigration Healthcare
Should illegal immigrants have access to government-subsidized healthcare?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, if they pay taxes |
the Environment › Alaska Wildlife Refuge
Should drilling be allowed in the Alaska Wildlife Refuge?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and increase alternative energy subsidies to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels |
the Environment › Alternative Energy
Should the government give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, the government should support more sustainable energy technologies |
Immigration › Immigration
Should children of illegal immigrants be granted legal citizenship?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, if they were born here |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, we should respect all cultural traditions |
Education › Critical Race Theory in K-12 Education
Should critical race theory be taught in K-12 education?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but not until they are teenagers |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
ChatGPTFewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the US increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseIncrease, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost |
Healthcare › Medicare Drug Prices
Should the federal government be allowed to negotiate drug prices for Medicare?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice |
Education › Free College for All
Should the federal government pay for tuition at four-year colleges and universities?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Free Tax Filing
Should the IRS create a free electronic tax filing system?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing |
Foreign Policy › Gaza ceasefire
Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Education › Common Core
Do you support Common Core national standards?
ChatGPTYes, national standards will help improve our national average and better prepare students for college |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
John F. Kerry voterbaseHelp, but ban their ability to make political donations |
the Economy › Capital Gains Tax
Should the government increase the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, on stocks and bonds but not real estate |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the American flag?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated |
Domestic Policy › Net Neutrality
Should internet service providers be allowed to speed up access to popular websites (that pay higher rates) at the expense of slowing down access to less popular websites (that pay lower rates)?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should the United States provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and increase the current amount of resources we are providing |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and political campaigns should be publicly funded |
the Environment › Oil Drilling
Should the U.S. expand offshore oil drilling?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Healthcare Debt Relief
Should the government forgive all medical debt for Americans?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy |
Housing › Foreign Real Estate Investment
Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as it was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime |
the Economy › Overtime Pay
Should the government require businesses to pay salaried employees, making up to $46k/year, time-and-a-half for overtime hours?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and the government should do more to protect workers’ rights |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?
John F. Kerry voterbaseWe should give equal support to Israel and Palestine. |
Domestic Policy › Eminent Domain
Should the government be allowed to seize private property, with reasonable compensation, for public or civic use?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as landowners are fairly compensated and the projects will benefit the community |
Immigration › High Risk Immigrant Ban
Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Foreign Policy › Weapon Sales Ethics
Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?
Immigration › In-State Tuition
Should undocumented immigrants be offered in-state tuition rates at public colleges within their residing state?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as they pay taxes |
Foreign Policy › United Nations
Should the U.S. remain in the United Nations?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and use the U.N. peacekeeping forces to protect our interests |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should the US increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
John F. Kerry voterbaseIncrease |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, I think businesses should require vaccination but not by government mandate |
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, I do not believe in the death penalty |
Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
Social › Frozen Embryos Legal Status
Should frozen embryos be considered children?
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and require a public audit each year they are in office |
Housing › Affordable Housing
Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Immigration › Border Wall
Should the U.S. build a wall along the southern border?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, this would be too costly and ineffective |
the Economy › Corporate Mega Mergers
Should the government prevent “mega mergers” of corporations that could potentially control a large percentage of market share within its industry?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and the government should break up existing mega corporations |
Healthcare › Medicaid
Should the federal government increase funding of health care for low income individuals (Medicaid)?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but I prefer switching to a single payer healthcare system |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only if releasing the information does not threaten our national security |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but not for cosmetics |
Elections › Lobbyists
Should there be a 5-year ban on White House and Congressional officials from becoming lobbyists after they leave the government?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and ban all forms of lobbying |
Education › Universal Pre-K
Should the federal government fund Universal preschool?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as parents also have the option to send their child to private school |
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, increase funding and training for police departments in higher crime rate communities |
Foreign Policy › Torture
Should the military be allowed to use enhanced interrogation techniques, such as waterboarding, to gain information from suspected terrorists?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, torture is inhumane, unethical, and violates the 8th amendment |
Elections › Mail in ballots
Should every voter automatically receive a mail in ballot?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but add stricter requirements for eligibility and verification |
Domestic Policy › Gun Liability
Should victims of gun violence be allowed to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers?
Science › GMO Labels
Should producers be required to label genetically engineered foods (GMOs)?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, consumers have a right to know what is in their food |
Foreign Policy › Yemen
Should the U.S. provide military aid to Saudi Arabia during its conflict with Yemen?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we should stay out of conflicts that are not an immediate threat to our security |
Housing › Rent Control
Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Vaccine Passports
Should the government issue vaccine passports?
Foreign Policy › Taliban Financial Aid
Should the World Bank and International Monetary Fund provide financial aid to the Taliban government in Afghanistan?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Elections › Electoral College
Should the electoral college be abolished?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and switch to a ranked voting system |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, this is a waste of time and money |
Education › School Vouchers
Should the government offer students a voucher that they can use to attend private schools?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we should focus on improving our public schools instead |
Foreign Policy › ISIS Ground Troops
Should the U.S. send ground troops into Syria to fight ISIS?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, conduct targeted airstrikes instead |
Transportation › Transportation Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, only for students that commit acts of discrimination |
Foreign Policy › Hong Kong Fugitive Extradition
Should the Chinese government be able to extradite fugitives from Hong Kong?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
Crime › Restorative Justice Programs
Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only if the crimes are non-violent |
Healthcare › VA Privatization
Should there be more or less privatization of veterans’ healthcare?
John F. Kerry voterbaseLess, we should increase funding to improve the current system instead |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions |
Foreign Policy › Drones
Should the military fly drones over foreign countries to gain intelligence and kill suspected terrorists?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only with permission from the country in question |
Healthcare › Obamacare
Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but a mandatory single payer system would be even better |
Foreign Policy › Netanyahu Leadership
Should the government continue to support Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of the Israeli government?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Tax-Free Social Security
Should Social Security benefits be tax-free?
Crime › Collective Bargaining
Do you support limiting police unions collective bargaining power for cases involving misconduct?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and eliminate collective bargaining for police unions |
Domestic Policy › Social Security
Should the government raise the retirement age for Social Security?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, this will disadvantage low income seniors whose life expectancy is lower than wealthier seniors |
the Economy › Unrealized Gains Tax
Should the government tax unrealized gains?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should the United States transition to a four-day workweek?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and require overtime pay for work over four days per week |
Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates
Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment |
the Economy › Estate Tax
Should the current estate tax rate be decreased?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and increase it at a progressive rate |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to the United States be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, unless they have committed an act of terrorism |
Education › Charter Schools
Do you support charter schools?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but not at the expense of funding public schools |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › North Korea Military Strikes
Should the U.S. conduct military strikes against North Korea in order to destroy their long-range missile and nuclear weapons capabilities?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we must use every diplomatic option first |
Domestic Policy › College Sports and COVID
Should college sports be played in the fall of 2020?
the Economy › Tax-Free Tips
Should the government eliminate taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
Foreign Policy › Terrorism
Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay |
Education › Open for Learning Recovery Benefit Program
Should the government provide financial aid to families affected by COVID related school closures?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Housing › First-time Homebuyer Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Environment › Geoengineering
Should the government fund research into geoengineering as a way to combat climate change?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › CEO Pay Cap
Should the government enforce a cap on CEO pay relative to the pay of their employees?
Domestic Policy › TikTok Ban
Should the government ban TikTok?
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine |
Housing › Homeless Shelters
Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, every citizen deserves the right to vote |
Science › Space Exploration
Should the government fund space travel?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and drastically increase NASA’s current budget |
Domestic Policy › Juneteenth
Should Juneteenth be declared a federal holiday?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, but the doctors should be required to disclose that the advice contradicts contemporary scientific consensus |
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should the government increase or decrease military spending?
John F. Kerry voterbaseDecrease |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. defend other NATO countries that maintain low military defense budgets relative to their GDP?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and refusing to defend other NATO countries sets a dangerous precedent for the balance of global power |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the President offer tax breaks to individual companies to keep jobs in the U.S.?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, but drastically increase taxes and import tariffs on outsourcing businesses |
Foreign Policy › War on ISIS
Should the U.S. formally declare war on ISIS?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we should not legitimize ISIS as a sovereign entity |
National Security › Military Congressional Approval
Should the President be able to authorize military force against Al-Qaeda without Congressional approval?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, Congress should approve all military conflicts |
the Environment › Food Waste
Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Environment › Plastic Product Ban
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and ban all disposable products that are not made of at least 75% of biodegradable material |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine
Should the U.S. provide military assistance to defend Ukraine from Russia?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we should pursue diplomatic options instead |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
the Economy › NAFTA
Should the U.S. continue to participate in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, NAFTA helps lower the prices of consumer products |
National Security › Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications
Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Economy › China Tariffs
Should the U.S. increase tariffs on imported products from China?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Housing › Green Spaces
Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Healthcare › Marketing Unhealthy Products to Youth
Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Education › University Debt Accountability
Should colleges be held financially accountable if graduates, with degrees leading to lower income jobs, default on their student loans?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and higher education should be free for everyone |
Foreign Policy › India Arms
Should the U.S. sell military weapons to India in order to counter Chinese and Russian influence?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and we should increase diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully |
Crime › Mandatory minimum prison sentences
Do you support mandatory minimum prison sentences for people charged with drug possession?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should U.S. citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and neither should corporations and business organizations |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should the US assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
ChatGPTNo, they should be captured and given a fair trial |
Transportation › Smart Transportation Infrastructure
Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
National Security › National Identification System
Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Dakota Access Pipeline
Should the government stop construction of the Dakota Access pipeline?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › NSA Surveillance
Should the U.S. continue NSA surveillance of its allies?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, spying on our allies severely damages our reputation abroad |
the Economy › Federal Reserve
Should the Federal Reserve Bank be audited by Congress?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, we deserve to know who the bank gives money to |
the Environment › Paris Climate Agreement
Should the U.S. withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only if they use renewable energy sources |
Science › Genetic Engineering
Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Russian Airstrikes in Syria
Should the U.S. prevent Russia from conducting airstrikes in Syria?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we should not get involved |
Domestic Policy › Edward Snowden
Should the U.S. government grant immunity to Edward Snowden?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, he should be protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act |
Transportation › Road Maintenance vs. New Infrastructure
Should the government prioritize the maintenance and repair of existing roads and bridges over building new infrastructure?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Farm Subsidies
Should the government subsidize farmers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only small local farms instead of large corporations |
Science › Lab Grown Meat
Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
National Security › Mexican Drug Cartels
Should the President mobilize the U.S. military against Mexican Drug Cartels?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, we already have agencies that address these issues |
Foreign Policy › Cuba
Do you support President Obama’s move to lift the trade and travel embargo on Cuba?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Surcharge Ban
Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases?
the Economy › Presidential influence on interest rates
Should the President have a role in determining interest rates?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
the Economy › Private Equity Compensation
Should the government increase taxes on private equity executives?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
National Security › Capitol Fence
Should the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. be protected by a security fence?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Education › School Truancy
Should the government decriminalize school truancy?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Environment › Carbon Capture Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies?
the Economy › Property Taxes
Would you favor an increased sales tax in order to reduce property taxes?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, but decrease tax rates for senior citizens |
Transportation › High Speed Rail
Should the government provide subsidies for the development of high-speed rail networks?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Distracted Driving Penalties
Should the government increase penalties for distracted driving?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › Jerusalem
Should Jerusalem be recognized as the capital of Israel?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, and foreign governments should not move their embassies there |
National Security › Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense
Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
Transportation › Fuel Efficiency Requirements
Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Foreign Policy › AI Warfare Ethics
Should the military use weapons guided by artificial intelligence?
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts |
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, as long as the tax revenue will eventually exceed the tax incentives |
Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards
Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, adjust them yearly for cost of living |
the Economy › Pension Reform
Should pension plans for federal, state, and local government workers be transitioned into privately managed accounts?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, privately managed accounts will jeopardize the financial security of senior citizens |
the Economy › Bitcoin
Should the government classify Bitcoin as a legal currency?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, classify it as a commodity |
Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Science › CRISPR Technology
Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Housing › Foreclosure Assistance
Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies |
Housing › High density residential buildings
Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Autonomous Vehicle Regulation
Should the government regulate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Advanced Automotive Technology
Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology?
Technology › Self Hosted Digital Wallets
Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, and also allowed to use a privacy layer that prevents monitoring of funds and transactions |
Foreign Policy › F-35
Should the government cancel production of the F-35 fighter?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Congestion Pricing
Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Transportation › Bicycles and Bike Lanes
Should the government promote the use of bicycles by expanding bike lanes and bike-sharing programs?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Carpooling and Shared Transportation
Should the government provide incentives for carpooling and the use of shared transportation services?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
the Economy › Gig Workers
Should gig workers such as Uber drivers be classified as employees?
the Economy › Online Sales Tax
Should an in-state sales tax apply to online purchases of in-state buyers from out-of-state sellers?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, the federal government does not have the authority to impose state and local taxes |
National Security › Cross-border Payments
Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, and North Korea)?
Technology › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Ride-Sharing Subsidies
Should the government subsidize ride-sharing services for low-income individuals?
the Economy › Trans-Pacific Partnership
Do you support the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)?
the Economy › Silicon Valley Bank Bailout
Should the government provide a bailout for Silicon Valley Bank?
the Economy › Decentralized Finance
Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes, but only if it’s truly decentralized and cannot be manipulated by any person, group, or government agency |
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, classify cryptocurrencies as unregulated commodities |
Domestic Policy › Air Force One
Should the military upgrade Air Force One?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo, not until the cost ($4B) is dramatically reduced |
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Designated Autonomous Vehicle Lanes
Should cities designate special lanes for autonomous vehicles?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
Social › Land Acknowledgment Statements
Should major public events include land acknowledgment statements?
Technology › Artwork Investment Contracts
Should artists be held to the same reporting and disclosure requirements as hedge funds, mutual funds, and public companies when selling their artwork?
John F. Kerry voterbaseYes |
Transportation › Frequent Flier Regulation
Should the government regulate airline frequent flier programs?
Transportation › Traditional Automotive Design
Should the government require that all new vehicles be designed to preserve classic automobile aesthetics?
John F. Kerry voterbaseNo |
