Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
the Economy › Equal Pay
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
LD>LD ChatGPTPro-choice, and providing birth control, sex education, and more social services will help reduce the number of abortions |
Healthcare › Drug Price Regulation
Should the government regulate the prices of life-saving drugs?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, but shorten the lifespan of drug patents |
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Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only for non-surgical treatments such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy |
Social › Gun Buyback
Should the federal government institute a mandatory buyback of assault weapons?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but start with a voluntary buyback and ban on purchasing assault weapons before enforcing a mandatory buyback |
Social › Religious Freedom Act
Should a business be able to deny service to a customer if the request conflicts with the owner’s religious beliefs?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, all customers deserve to be treated equally |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Social › Gender Identity
Should “gender identity” be added to anti-discrimination laws?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and the government should do more to protect minorities from discrimination |
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only if their hormone levels are equivalent to those in the gender category in which they compete |
Domestic Policy › Gun Control
Should there be more restrictions on the current process of purchasing a gun?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, only for criminals and the mentally ill |
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, for most but not all drugs |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
the Economy › Paid Sick Leave
Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, the lack of paid sick leave is unfair to working men and women |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but after they have finished serving their sentence |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and immediately release anyone serving time solely for drug offenses |
Domestic Policy › Supreme Court Reform
Should the Supreme Court be reformed to include more seats and term limits on judges?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only reform to impose term limits on judges |
Social › Racial Sensitivity Training
Should the federal government require racial sensitivity training for employees?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, as long as it covers all protected groups (age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion) and is not based on critical race theory |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, too many people are innocently convicted |
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but they should be strictly regulated to prevent mismanagement and corruption |
Social › Planned Parenthood Funding
Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, their services reach far beyond abortions and can save many lives through cancer screening, prenatal services, and adoption referrals |
Immigration › Illegal Immigrant Detainment
Should local law enforcement be allowed to detain illegal immigrants for minor crimes and transfer them to federal immigration authorities?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, too many non-violent immigrants are being deported |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by the first amendment?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
Immigration › Border Security
Should the U.S. increase restrictions on its current border security policy?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, make it easier for immigrants to access temporary work visas |
Domestic Policy › No-Fly List Gun Control
Should people on the “no-fly list” be banned from purchasing guns and ammunition?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but not until the no-fly list screening process is improved for accuracy and includes due process |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but allow people to use private insurance |
Domestic Policy › Muslim Surveillance
Should local police increase surveillance and patrol of Muslim neighborhoods?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, targeting Muslims is unconstitutional, racist, and incendiary |
Domestic Policy › NSA Domestic Surveillance
Should the NSA (National Security Agency) be allowed to collect basic metadata of citizen’s phone calls such as numbers, timestamps, and call durations?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, only with a warrant showing probable cause of criminal activity |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should the U.S. raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
LD>LD ChatGPTKeep current rates but eliminate deductions and loop holes |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, there is too much fake news and misinformation on social media |
Social › Confederate Flag
Should states be allowed to display the Confederate flag on government property?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, it is a symbol of racism, separatism and treason |
Elections › Voter Fraud
Should a photo ID be required to vote?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, and there is little evidence that voter fraud even exists |
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, focus on ending tax evasion instead |
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and the government should do more to require diversity in the workplace |
Immigration › Sanctuary Cities
Should sanctuary cities receive federal funding?
Crime › Qualified Immunity for Police
Do you support qualified immunity for police officers?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, and increase the personal liability for misconduct |
the Economy › Taxes
Should the U.S. raise taxes on the rich?
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should there be a limit to the amount of money a candidate can receive from a donor?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, as long as all donations are public knowledge |
Immigration › Immigrant Laborers
Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, create a simple path to citizenship for immigrants with no criminal record |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, this would increase the risk of accidental shootings |
Social › First Amendment
Should the government support a separation of church and state by removing references to God on money, federal buildings, and national monuments?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, it creates a bias against religions that do not believe in God |
Domestic Policy › Patriot Act
Do you support the Patriot Act?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but limit the scope of the government’s powers |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. remain in NATO?
Social › Safe Spaces
Should universities provide “trigger warnings” and “safe spaces” for students?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, provide trigger warnings but students do not need safe spaces |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and adjust it every year according to inflation |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
Domestic Policy › Affirmative Action
Do you support affirmative action programs?
Crime › Solitary Confinement for Juveniles
Should prisons ban the use of solitary confinement for juveniles?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and we should create more social programs to help prevent and rehabilitate criminals |
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in the United States, have the right to vote?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote |
Domestic Policy › Congressional ban on stock trading
Should members of Congress be allowed to trade stocks while serving in office?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but with strict protections against insider trading |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men |
the Environment › Climate Change
Should the government increase environmental regulations to prevent climate change?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
Healthcare › Medicaid Work Requirement
Should people be required to work in order to receive Medicaid?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, the vast majority of people who receive Medicaid are disabled |
Social › Government Mandates
Should health insurance providers be required to offer free birth control?
Education › Student Loans
Do you support increasing taxes for the rich in order to reduce interest rates for student loans?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and increase government funding so every student receives a free college education |
Immigration › Citizenship Test
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
Healthcare › Safe Haven
Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, this is necessary to reduce the drug overdose death rate |
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn English?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but the government should provide free language learning courses |
Domestic Policy › Gerrymandering
Should the redrawing of Congressional districts be controlled by an independent, non-partisan commission?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, gerrymandering gives an unfair advantage to the party in power during redistricting |
Immigration › Immigration Healthcare
Should illegal immigrants have access to government-subsidized healthcare?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only for life threatening emergencies or infectious diseases |
the Environment › Alaska Wildlife Refuge
Should drilling be allowed in the Alaska Wildlife Refuge?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, and increase alternative energy subsidies to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels |
the Environment › Alternative Energy
Should the government give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, the government should support more sustainable energy technologies |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
Immigration › Immigration
Should children of illegal immigrants be granted legal citizenship?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but it should not grant their parents citizenship |
Education › Critical Race Theory in K-12 Education
Should critical race theory be taught in K-12 education?
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the US increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
LD>LD ChatGPTMore, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income |
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice |
Healthcare › Medicare Drug Prices
Should the federal government be allowed to negotiate drug prices for Medicare?
Education › Free College for All
Should the federal government pay for tuition at four-year colleges and universities?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, but provide more scholarship opportunities for low-income students |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing |
Education › Common Core
Do you support Common Core national standards?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, I support a national base standard but allow states and local districts to customize their implementation |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
the Economy › Capital Gains Tax
Should the government increase the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, on stocks and bonds but not real estate |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the American flag?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, this is a violation of free speech |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery |
Domestic Policy › Net Neutrality
Should internet service providers be allowed to speed up access to popular websites (that pay higher rates) at the expense of slowing down access to less popular websites (that pay lower rates)?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, this would allow them to remove competition, create artificial scarcity, and increase prices |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but with exceptions for those whose religious beliefs forbid use of vaccines |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but limit the amount they can donate |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and increase the amount |
the Environment › Oil Drilling
Should the U.S. expand offshore oil drilling?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only to address security threats, not monetary interests |
Domestic Policy › Eminent Domain
Should the government be allowed to seize private property, with reasonable compensation, for public or civic use?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, as long as landowners are fairly compensated and the projects will benefit the community |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, as long as they have finished serving their sentence |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but respect Israel’s sovereignty and do not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors |
the Economy › Overtime Pay
Should the government require businesses to pay salaried employees, making up to $46k/year, time-and-a-half for overtime hours?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and the government should do more to protect workers’ rights |
Immigration › In-State Tuition
Should undocumented immigrants be offered in-state tuition rates at public colleges within their residing state?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and they should also be eligible for financial assistance and scholarships |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, I think businesses should require vaccination but not by government mandate |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should the US increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
LD>LD ChatGPTIncrease, but only for countries that have no human rights violations |
Foreign Policy › United Nations
Should the U.S. remain in the United Nations?
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, I do not believe in the death penalty |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
Immigration › Border Wall
Should the U.S. build a wall along the southern border?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, this would be too costly and ineffective |
the Economy › Corporate Mega Mergers
Should the government prevent “mega mergers” of corporations that could potentially control a large percentage of market share within its industry?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, if the merged corporation would have more than 50% of the market share |
Healthcare › Medicaid
Should the federal government increase funding of health care for low income individuals (Medicaid)?
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics |
Foreign Policy › Torture
Should the military be allowed to use enhanced interrogation techniques, such as waterboarding, to gain information from suspected terrorists?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, and we should strictly follow the laws of the Geneva Convention |
Education › Universal Pre-K
Should the federal government fund Universal preschool?
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, replace police with unarmed community based responders for non-violent calls |
Domestic Policy › Gun Liability
Should victims of gun violence be allowed to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, manufacturers and dealers should only be held liable for negligence |
Elections › Electoral College
Should the electoral college be abolished?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and switch to a representative democracy (popular vote) system |
Education › School Vouchers
Should the government offer students a voucher that they can use to attend private schools?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only for low income families |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, this is a waste of time and money |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
Healthcare › VA Privatization
Should there be more or less privatization of veterans’ healthcare?
LD>LD ChatGPTLess, we should increase funding to improve the current system instead |
Foreign Policy › Drones
Should the military fly drones over foreign countries to gain intelligence and kill suspected terrorists?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only with permission from the country in question |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions |
Healthcare › Obamacare
Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but a mandatory single payer system would be even better |
Crime › Collective Bargaining
Do you support limiting police unions collective bargaining power for cases involving misconduct?
Domestic Policy › Social Security
Should the government raise the retirement age for Social Security?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, eliminate the income cap on taxable earnings and stop spending current funds on other programs instead |
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should the United States transition to a four-day workweek?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and require overtime pay for work over four days per week |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but not in heavily populated areas |
the Economy › Estate Tax
Should the current estate tax rate be decreased?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, and increase it at a progressive rate |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to the United States be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
Education › Charter Schools
Do you support charter schools?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but not at the expense of funding public schools |
Foreign Policy › North Korea Military Strikes
Should the U.S. conduct military strikes against North Korea in order to destroy their long-range missile and nuclear weapons capabilities?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, we must use every diplomatic option first |
Foreign Policy › Terrorism
Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay |
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
Science › Space Exploration
Should the government fund space travel?
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.S. defend other NATO countries that maintain low military defense budgets relative to their GDP?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, and refusing to defend other NATO countries sets a dangerous precedent for the balance of global power |
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should the government increase or decrease military spending?
LD>LD ChatGPTIncrease, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the President offer tax breaks to individual companies to keep jobs in the U.S.?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, the government should not interfere with the free market |
National Security › Military Congressional Approval
Should the President be able to authorize military force against Al-Qaeda without Congressional approval?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, Congress should approve all military conflicts |
the Environment › Plastic Product Ban
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, increase consumer incentives to recycle these products instead |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal |
the Economy › NAFTA
Should the U.S. continue to participate in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, NAFTA helps lower the prices of consumer products |
the Economy › China Tariffs
Should the U.S. increase tariffs on imported products from China?
Foreign Policy › India Arms
Should the U.S. sell military weapons to India in order to counter Chinese and Russian influence?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, and we should increase diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully |
Crime › Mandatory minimum prison sentences
Do you support mandatory minimum prison sentences for people charged with drug possession?
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should U.S. citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should the US assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, they should be captured and given a fair trial |
the Environment › Dakota Access Pipeline
Should the government stop construction of the Dakota Access pipeline?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, but reroute the pipeline away from Native American land |
Foreign Policy › NSA Surveillance
Should the U.S. continue NSA surveillance of its allies?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, spying on our allies severely damages our reputation abroad |
the Environment › Paris Climate Agreement
Should the U.S. withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement?
Domestic Policy › Edward Snowden
Should the U.S. government grant immunity to Edward Snowden?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, he should be protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act |
the Economy › Farm Subsidies
Should the government subsidize farmers?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, but only small local farms instead of large corporations |
Foreign Policy › Cuba
Do you support President Obama’s move to lift the trade and travel embargo on Cuba?
Education › School Truancy
Should the government decriminalize school truancy?
the Economy › Property Taxes
Would you favor an increased sales tax in order to reduce property taxes?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, but decrease tax rates for senior citizens |
Foreign Policy › Jerusalem
Should Jerusalem be recognized as the capital of Israel?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, foreign governments should recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel |
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, as long as the tax revenue will eventually exceed the tax incentives |
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, adjust them yearly for cost of living |
the Economy › Pension Reform
Should pension plans for federal, state, and local government workers be transitioned into privately managed accounts?
LD>LD ChatGPTNo, privately managed accounts will jeopardize the financial security of senior citizens |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies |
Foreign Policy › F-35
Should the government cancel production of the F-35 fighter?
the Economy › Online Sales Tax
Should an in-state sales tax apply to online purchases of in-state buyers from out-of-state sellers?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, exempting online retailers from sales taxes is not fair to traditional stores |
the Economy › Trans-Pacific Partnership
Do you support the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, it will bring economic growth to all countries involved |
the Economy › Decentralized Finance
Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet?
LD>LD ChatGPTYes, this would reduce wealth inequality by providing more transparent, affordable, and inclusive access to financial services |
