You believe in achieving a society where wealth and resources are distributed fairly, ensuring equal access to essential services and opportunities for all citizens.
Democratic Socialism is a political ideology that combines the principles of democracy with the ideals of socialism. It advocates for a democratic political system alongside a socialist economic system. This means that democratic socialists believe in political democracy, but they also believe that the economy should be socially owned and controlled by the people who work in it, rather than by a small group of wealthy individuals or corporations.
Democratic socialism is different from traditional socialism, which often involves an authoritarian government that controls the economy.…
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might the arts and creative expressions flourish in a society that supports all forms of talent equally?
@9L5WVWKLibertarian1yr1Y
Reduction in poverty and homelessness. More jobs would be created. This would give the unemployed and lower-class more opportunities to find work. Better care for the elderly and disabled: A democratic socialism aims to create a system that works for the people and takes care of the public. This will let people of minority to have the same experiences as other privileged kids who don't have to work as hard.
@9L5X4VW1yr1Y
There would be an increase in jobs, I also believe that outdoor spaces would increase in things such as parks and outdoor area for people to socialize.
@9L5X99X1yr1Y
A society that supports all forms of talent equally allows people to feel free to be more creative, and out of the box thinkers. This will promote the arts greatly.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If your favorite hobby could become your career in a society that values all types of work equally, would you pursue it?
I would definitely pursue music if it was a viable career path.
@9JSCGQJ1yr1Y
Absolutely. I believe many people could learn more from sports if we stopped looking at the fun part of it and start looking at the work and what it takes to be that good at something. I believe that would change so many peoples lives.
Yes, I think that enjoying your occupation is very important.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
Possibly, but it truly depends what that hobby is. Not everything can pay well, it’s mostly off of what it provides society if you ask me.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might the quality of relationships in your life change if financial pressures were alleviated?
@9L2DSZC1yr1Y
nothing would change i dont base my relationships with people off of finacial status.
@9L2HC7N1yr1Y
Although we would not want to base close relationships with others on particular financial realities, the truth is that our finances can change how we react to stimulus and being under less stress would make our relationships be strengthened if we used the new time we receive with them.
@9L2DY651yr1Y
it could change ow people think about other parties
how much u decide to spend on things depends on how your relationship is with the people you are spending on.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might your drive for academic excellence change if university admission was not competitive due to cost?
@9KL9CFC 1yr1Y
If university admission wasn't about money, many students would probably focus less on competition and more on learning. Without worrying about costs, more students from different backgrounds could be able to have that education many seek to have.
@9KLC84X1yr1Y
I would be more inclined to pursue what I actually enjoy.
I feel it would change drastically since it would be paid for some students may just do it because they can and blow it off. However there are other students such as myself who sometimes have a tricky time trying to pay back money for college. Essentially college is expensive and can be beneficial so if we want our occupation people to expand we still have to go to school. I feel with it being free some kids might be drawn to more likely join since finances wouldn’t be a problem by then anymore.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you feel if your hard work financially supported someone who chooses not to work at all?
@9H6LR7K1yr1Y
I wouldn't like it if they chose it, but I support the system mostly.
@9HH7QMN1yr1Y
I feel as though there are too many capable people living off of government assistance and there should be more requirements to get approved to any type of government assistance. People who work hard for their money shouldn't have to pay for others that don't work.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would your life change if your education and healthcare were completely free but this meant paying higher taxes?
@9HDGW531yr1Y
My family would not have been able to afford a home in the long run as that would require more time to save, and in this turbulent environment, I like lower taxes. Also, I have never had any major medical issues, so I do not care much for it.
@9HDGWJG1yr1Y
I hate the privatized health care system. There's more than enough money being mis-spent by our government to pay for education and health care.
@9HDGT7J1yr1Y
i would gladly pay higher taxes to receive a service or product necessary for our survival is a right of all people
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
Well if it offsets the usual cost of healthcare and education, I’m freaking doing that.
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If a friend worked just as hard as you but ended up in a lower-paying job, how would you feel about policies aimed at reducing this income gap?
@9HCTRC61yr1Y
i think we should all just get payed the same amount
I would only support them in the event that such programs were based in increasing real gdp as well as over-all quality of life, for example education subsidies.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
Personally, I’d say that if it’s collectively agreed that the job they’re in (across the board) is due for a better pay raise, then I’d say it’s a good idea.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What are your thoughts on the idea that workers should have control over the businesses they work for?
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
Very positive overall, though structuring and regulation is a necessary part to ensure that it works at a larger scale. In socialism, that’s what I think the government should be for.
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would your life priorities shift if there was an increased focus on environmental sustainability and equality?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you balance the scales between your personal achievements and contributing to a community-focused society?
@9JDC5X21yr1Y
There’s no in between. If we start socialism there’s no going back. Long live capitalism.
@9JDC9GR1yr1Y
I strongly believe in individualism, and that anyone who chooses to contribute to society cannot cast judgement on those who don’t. Everyone wants to live their lives and get what they want for themselves and they have a fundamental right to do so.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Would the removal of the financial burden of healthcare influence your life planning and stress levels?
@9LHTG7M1yr1Y
Yes, with a system that provides affordable and accessible healthcare not only to me but to everyone, we wouldn't have to worry about the high costs of medical treatments, insurance premiums, or unexpected medical bills.
@9LHSGXY1yr1Y
Healthcare is essential in life and in order to stay healthy and be able to see a doctor or specialist, healthcare is necessary if not you have to pay out of pocket
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What is your vision of a fair society, and how does that influence your current lifestyle and choices?
@9L2DZT4Progressive1yr1Y
I believe that the government should have control of society so that we can be safe and free and not restricted heavily by large taxes and extremely high interest. As well as leaving room for businesses to thrive and not be hindered by taxation.
@9L2DYHZ1yr1Y
A fair society to me would be equal opportunity’s for everyone no matter where your from or how much money you have. Now if your background is bad and your judged off of that then I agree with that but favoritism and money shouldn’t have anything to do with it
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If society placed the well-being of all above the wealth of a few, how do you think that would influence your future family plans?
@9J67MDF 1yr1Y
i think democratic socialism is not right and it would affect my family plans drastically and not in a good way. going agaist all common sense and how god intended life to be.
@9J67QHR1yr1Y
well in theory It sounds good in practice it dose not work out as even though some people will be taken care of others will be left in the dust affecting these poor peoples lives. Im not well knowleged in this subject enough but i dont think its a good idea to put anyone's needs before others
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Do you think it's fair for successful individuals to pay significantly higher taxes to support social programs?
@9H5WJZS1yr1Y
Yes; they got that wealth from somewhere, now it is time to pay up.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you had the chance to implement one social policy that reflected your values, what would it be and why?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you go about choosing who to elect if politicians' policies focused on equal distribution of resources?
@9JDBYDX1yr1Y
I wouldn't really care to be honest because this isn't really a major factor that affects me in my life that I know of.
@9JDBVP7Libertarian1yr1Y
Ones that have my values and that have the interest of the people they are serving
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would the dynamic of your social circle change if everyone had the same starting point in terms of wealth and resources?
@9J3HLV21yr1Y
I actually live in a Social Democratic country (the Netherlands). It is one of the best functioning social welfare states in the world, consistently ranking in every top 10 list considering effectiveness.
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How do you feel about the idea of working fewer hours for less pay if it meant a better work-life balance for society as a whole?
@9J3HP5R 1yr1Y
No, I don’t want the US to end up like Europe. There are other ways to create a better work-life balance than decreasing pay and hours worked.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would the choice between working in a passion-driven profession and a high-paying job change for you if money was less of a concern?
@9HMZYKJ1yr1Y
Why would I go to school for years to do something when I can make just as much money being a fry cook at McDonald's?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What innovations or advancements do you think might arise from a society that values collective well-being over individual wealth?
@9HMGRKR1yr1Y
A healthy environment and behaviors, a stronger economy, and a stronger society.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What would you prioritize in your community if you had a direct say in where tax dollars were allocated?
@9HKWY6V1yr1Y
Utilities and wants. Everything else is free of taxes.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would your motivation to study and excel in school be influenced if higher education was provided as a right to all?
@9J4SN651yr1Y
I would definitely feel less pressure to do well knowing that I can get a good education without jumping through hoops to get scholarship money, etc.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you contribute to a society where giving back is just as important as personal success?
@9J3H8PN 1yr1Y
I think socialism will unfortunately never work as long as evil and lazy people exist.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would the dynamic within your school change if all students had the same access to resources regardless of their backgrounds?
@9HKY4GYRepublican1yr1Y
Socialism in nearly any large scale is not sustainable. American economy has continued to become too expensive for the average person to increase reliance on the government rather than their own character and work ethics.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What role do you believe compassion and empathy should play in shaping economic policies?
@9J3YBLQ1yr1Y
Empathy is a cornerstone in decision making, suffering should not be made into a numbers game.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you pursue your dreams if you knew that basic necessities were already secure for you and everyone else?
@9H9H6CF1yr1Y
If I knew that basic necessities were secure, I could have a more direct route to pursuing any ambitious dreams I had because there would be less hardship or obstacles to clear in order to reach my goal.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How could your relationships be different if peers weren't pressured by financial stress?
@9KH96L3 1yr1Y
I think everyone would be more happier and have more time to have a good time.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Could universal basic services lead you to take on a cause you're passionate about instead of a conventional job?
@9KGB6Q41yr1Y
I believe a universal basic income would lead to an unproductive populace pursuing jobs that would not possess value otherwise. Universal basic income requires a society to equate every skill human beings can possess, even though there are objectively career fields that are more valuable than others. Under a UBI system, would a doctor be paid as much as a barista?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would having guaranteed income affect your willingness to collaborate and share ideas?
@9KGBVMKRepublican1yr1Y
Having guaranteed income would make me compel to share ideas and collaborate, as long as they respect my boundaries.
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Would you still aspire to lead or innovate if there were less tangible rewards for doing so?
@9KZ3QG41yr1Y
Yes, I would I believe that the US and the nation should transfer to social capitalism.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How could entrepreneurial ventures flourish in a culture that supports all forms of business equally?
@9KKS3451yr1Y
a truly free market always rewards the best product
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If everyone's basic needs were guaranteed, what dreams or projects do you think you'd pursue that you might not consider otherwise?
@9J3HNS6Progressive1yr1Y
If everyone's basic needs were guaranteed, I think crime rates would go down significantly, so I would be able to wonder around a city at night time and not worry about my safety.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If a medical emergency wouldn't financially cripple families, how do you think that would change society's stress levels?
@9HSZQSCRepublican1yr1Y
That may provide some relief from some stress since there is some financial security. However, society's stress levels come from more than that.
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Might your friendships change if traveling and experiencing new cultures were more accessible to everyone?
@9KK9NSG1yr1Y
I believe so because it would open the diversity of the people I meet.
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