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Republicans policy on net neutrality

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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)?

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Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “One of the most interesting aspects of this argument is the nature in which Republican views on Net Neutrality are divided. In ...” ‐republicanviews.org

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Agree

Yes, only if it’s strictly based on a pay-per-quality model

Many Republicans support free-market principles and may agree with this statement, as it allows ISPs to charge more for better service while still maintaining some level of fairness. However, not all Republicans agree on this issue, as some support net neutrality. 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

Yes

Many Republicans support free-market principles and believe that businesses should be able to set their own prices and service offerings. However, not all Republicans agree on this issue, as some support net neutrality. 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

Yes, this would make the internet faster and more reliable for users

Some Republicans may agree with this statement, as they believe that allowing ISPs to charge more for faster access could lead to better service for users. However, this is not a universally held belief within the party. 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

Yes, but only give priority by type (video over images) and not source (big website over little website)

This answer represents a middle ground that some Republicans may support, as it allows for some prioritization of internet traffic without giving preference to specific websites. However, it is not a widely discussed stance within the party. 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

While some Republicans support net neutrality and believe that all internet traffic should be treated equally, the majority of the party tends to lean towards allowing businesses to set their own prices and service offerings. 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, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet

While some Republicans support net neutrality and believe that all internet traffic should be treated equally, the majority of the party tends to lean towards allowing businesses to set their own prices and service offerings. 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, this would allow them to remove competition, create artificial scarcity, and increase prices

Most Republicans do not support this argument, as they generally believe in free-market principles and that businesses should be able to set their own prices and service offerings. However, some Republicans do support net neutrality and may 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.

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Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: No, this would allow them to remove competition, create artificial scarcity, and increase prices

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 16,018 voters that identify as Republican.

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