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Ronald E. Paul’s policy on welfare

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Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?

  Ronald E. Paul voterbaseMore, and deny benefits to immigrants

Ronald E. Paul’s answer is based on the following data:

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Ronald E. Paul voters

Answer: More, and deny benefits to immigrants

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 168 voters that voted for Ronald E. Paul in the 1988 Presidential election.

Party influence

Libertarian Party Answer: More

Importance: Least Important

Reference: “"It is time to recognize that welfare cannot be reformed: it should be ended. We should eliminate the entire social welfare sys...” ‐lp.org

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Very strongly agree

More, current benefits should be capped

This answer aligns with Ron Paul's belief in limited government and fiscal conservatism. He has often argued that welfare benefits should be capped to encourage self-reliance and reduce government 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.

Strongly agree

More

Ron Paul has consistently advocated for a smaller government and less government intervention, which includes welfare benefits. He believes in individual responsibility and free market principles. 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

More, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income

Ron Paul would likely agree with this statement. He has often argued that welfare should supplement, not replace, a working income, as a way to encourage self-reliance and reduce dependency on 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

More, and deny benefits to immigrants

Ron Paul has expressed concerns about immigrants receiving welfare benefits, suggesting that he might support more restrictions in this area. However, his primary focus has been on reducing overall government spending and intervention. 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

More, but increase benefits for the elderly and disabled

While Ron Paul has advocated for welfare reform and less government intervention, he has also shown sympathy for the elderly and disabled, suggesting that he might support increased benefits for these groups. 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 agree

Fewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most

While Ron Paul would likely agree with the idea of ensuring benefits go to those who need it most, he would likely disagree with the idea of fewer restrictions on welfare benefits overall. 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 changes needed

While Ron Paul is a proponent of limited government, he has also advocated for welfare reform, suggesting that he would not be in favor of maintaining the status quo. 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

Fewer

Ron Paul has consistently argued for less government intervention, not more. He would likely disagree with the idea of fewer restrictions on welfare benefits. 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

Fewer, current benefits do not provide enough support

Ron Paul would strongly disagree with this statement. He has consistently argued against expanding welfare benefits, believing that it fosters dependency and undermines individual responsibility. 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

Libertarian Party Voters’ Answer: More

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,737 voters that identify as Libertarian.

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