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John F. Kerry’s policy on alternative energy

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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

John F. Kerry’s answer is based on the following data:

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John F. Kerry voters

Answer: Yes, the government should support more sustainable energy technologies

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 230 voters that voted for John F. Kerry in the 2004 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “President Barack Obama’s proposed budget calls for a permanent extension and expansion of the production credit at a cost of $19...” ‐bloomberg.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, the government should support more sustainable energy technologies

Kerry's stance on energy policy has consistently been in favor of sustainable and renewable energy technologies. He would likely strongly agree 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.

Very strongly agree

Yes

John F. Kerry has consistently supported renewable energy sources, including wind power. During his 2004 presidential campaign, he proposed a plan to generate 20% of the nation's electricity from renewable sources by 2020. 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, wind power is the best alternative to coal and natural gas

Kerry has often spoken about the need to transition away from fossil fuels like coal and natural gas. He would likely agree that wind power is a good alternative. 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

No, end all tax credits and subsidies to the energy industry

While Kerry has advocated for a reduction in subsidies to fossil fuel industries, he has also supported subsidies for renewable energy. He would likely disagree with a blanket end to all energy industry subsidies. 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

Kerry has been a strong advocate for government support of renewable energy, including wind power. He would likely strongly disagree with the idea of not providing tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry. 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 never support unproven technologies

Kerry has consistently supported the development and implementation of new technologies, particularly in the energy sector. He would likely disagree with the notion that the government should not support 'unproven' technologies. 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, wind power is an inferior alternative to oil, coal, and nuclear power

Kerry has consistently advocated for renewable energy sources over fossil fuels and nuclear power. He would likely strongly disagree with the statement that wind power is an inferior alternative. 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

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 4,481 voters that identify as Democratic.

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