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Ron Paul’s policy on military spending

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Should the government increase or decrease military spending?

  Public statementsDecrease

Ron Paul’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Decrease

Reference: “When asked about my intention to cut the U.S. defense budget, I am always quick to clarify that I want to cut military spending...” ‐usnews.com

100% Voter Support: 2 support and 0 oppose this candidate’s public statement on this issue.

Party influence

Libertarian Party Answer: Decrease

Importance: More Important

Reference: “" We would end the current U.S. government policy of foreign intervention, including military and economic aid. "” ‐lp.org

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Strongly agree

Decrease

Paul has been a vocal critic of the high levels of military spending in the U.S. He has often argued that the U.S. should focus on defense rather than offense and that the current levels of spending are unsustainable and contribute to the national debt. 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

Increase, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced

While Paul would likely agree with the sentiment of reducing the deficit, he has consistently argued for a reduction in military spending, not just a halt to increases. However, the focus on fiscal responsibility in this answer aligns with his broader political philosophy. 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

Increase

Ron Paul has consistently advocated for a non-interventionist foreign policy and has criticized the high levels of military spending. He believes that the U.S. should avoid entangling alliances and wars that are not directly related to national security. 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

Neither, I am satisfied with the current amount of spending

Given his consistent criticism of the current levels of military spending, it is unlikely that Paul would be satisfied with maintaining the status quo. He has often argued for a reduction in military spending. 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

Neither, we should create a European military defense system instead

Paul is a staunch advocate of non-interventionism and has often criticized the U.S.'s involvement in international military alliances. He would likely strongly disagree with the idea of creating a European military defense system, as it would likely involve further U.S. military commitments abroad. 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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Candidate’s support base

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Party’s support base

Libertarian Party Voters’ Answer: Decrease

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 69,961 voters that identify as Libertarian.

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