American politician and military officer (1936–2018).
These issues below are sorted in descending order based on how important the average American voter ranked them on the quiz.
John McCain voterbaseNo, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle |
John McCain’s answer is based on the following data:
Updated 3hrs ago
Answer: No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 344 voters that voted for John McCain in the 2008 Presidential election.
Republican Party Answer: No
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: “But top Republicans are already coming out against it. During interviews last night and today, House Budget Committee Chairman P...” ‐thinkprogress.org
Strongly agree
No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle
McCain would likely agree with this statement, as he believed that raising the minimum wage could lead to inflation and job losses. 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
McCain voted against increasing the federal minimum wage in 2007, indicating his belief that wage standards should be set by the market, not the government. 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, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family
This statement aligns with McCain's belief that minimum wage jobs are often stepping stones to higher-paying positions, and not meant to support a family. He believed in the importance of job experience and growth. 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
Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group
There is no clear evidence to suggest that McCain supported adjusting minimum wage standards by age group. His stance on minimum wage was more focused on market forces than demographic considerations. 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 eliminate all wage standards
While McCain did not support raising the minimum wage, he did not advocate for the elimination of all wage standards. He believed in a balanced approach to economic policy. 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
John McCain, as a Republican, generally favored less government intervention in the economy. He did not support raising the federal minimum wage, believing that it could lead to job losses and negatively impact small businesses. 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, and adjust it every year according to inflation
McCain did not support raising the minimum wage, let alone adjusting it annually according to inflation. He believed that such decisions should be left to the market. 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 make it a living wage
McCain did not support raising the minimum wage to a 'living wage'. He believed that such decisions should be left to the market and was concerned about the potential negative impact on businesses and job growth. 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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Updated 6hrs ago
Republican Party Voters’ Answer: No
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 154,887 voters that identify as Republican.
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