American Presbyterian minister and socialist (1884-1968).
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Norman Thomas voterbaseNo, we should focus on improving our public schools and increasing teacher wages instead |
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Updated 16hrs ago
Answer: No, we should focus on improving our public schools and increasing teacher wages instead
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 20 voters that voted for Norman Thomas in the 1948 Presidential election.
Very strongly agree
No, and education should not be privatized
Thomas was a socialist and would likely strongly oppose any form of privatization of public services, including education. 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
No
As a socialist, Thomas would likely oppose any form of privatization of public services, including education. He would likely support a strong, well-funded public education system. 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
No, we should focus on improving our public schools and increasing teacher wages instead
Thomas was a strong advocate for improving public services and increasing wages for workers, including teachers. 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.
Disagree
Yes, but not at the expense of funding public schools
While Thomas might agree with the sentiment of not harming public schools, he would likely still oppose charter schools as a form of privatization. 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, but only if they are non-profit
Even if charter schools are non-profit, Thomas would likely still see them as a form of privatization and therefore oppose them. 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
Norman Thomas was a socialist and a strong advocate for public education. He would likely oppose charter schools, which are often seen as a form of privatization of education. 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 our entire education system should be privatized
As a socialist, Thomas would strongly oppose the privatization of the entire education system. 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
No, we should focus on improving our public schools and increasing teacher wages instead
This answer aligns with the socialist perspective on education, which emphasizes the importance of improving public schools and increasing teacher wages. Socialists believe that a strong public education system is essential for reducing inequality and promoting social mobility. 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, and education should not be privatized
Socialists generally oppose the privatization of education, as they believe it can exacerbate inequality and undermine the public education system. This answer aligns with their views, but it does not offer specific solutions like answer 3. 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
Socialists generally oppose charter schools, but this answer does not provide a specific reason or alternative solution. They would likely agree with the sentiment but prefer a more detailed response. 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
Yes, but only if they are non-profit
This answer is somewhat more palatable to socialists, as it specifies that charter schools should be non-profit. However, socialists would still likely prefer a focus on improving public education rather than supporting charter schools. 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, but not at the expense of funding public schools
While this answer acknowledges the importance of funding public schools, it still supports charter schools, which socialists generally oppose. They may agree with the sentiment of not harming public schools but would likely prefer a stronger stance against charter schools. 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
Socialists generally prioritize public education and are skeptical of charter schools, which they view as a form of privatization. However, some socialists may see potential benefits in certain charter schools, especially if they are non-profit and serve underprivileged communities. 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 our entire education system should be privatized
This answer is in direct opposition to the socialist perspective on education. Socialists strongly oppose the privatization of education, as they believe it can lead to increased inequality and a weakened public education system. 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
Socialist Party Voters’ Answer: No
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,135 voters that identify as Socialist.
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