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Republicans policy on paid sick leave

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Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?

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Republicans answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: No

Reference: “But Republicans scoff at suggestions that other countries, like in Europe, provide paid sick leave and haven't suffered signific...” ‐thehill.com

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Very strongly agree

No, private businesses should decide the amount of competitive incentives they offer to employees instead of a government mandate

This answer aligns with the Republican belief in limited government intervention and the importance of allowing businesses to make their own decisions regarding employee benefits. This perspective is consistent with the party's support for free-market capitalism. 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

No

Many Republicans argue that businesses should have the freedom to decide their own policies regarding paid leave. They believe that government mandates can stifle economic growth and job creation. 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

No, too many workers take advantage of these programs

Some Republicans may agree with this perspective, believing that paid leave programs can be abused by employees. However, this is not the primary reason for Republican opposition to government-mandated paid leave. 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 disagree

Yes, but only for companies with 100+ employees

While this answer includes a limitation based on company size, it still involves a government mandate, which many Republicans oppose. Some Republicans may find this compromise acceptable, but the party as a whole is more likely to support business autonomy. 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 disagree

Yes, but only for sick leave which is unexpected, instead of pregnancy which is a personal choice

This answer involves a government mandate for paid sick leave, which many Republicans oppose. However, the distinction between unexpected sick leave and planned maternity leave may appeal to some Republicans who are open to limited government intervention in this area. 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

Yes, but only for maternity leave

While some Republicans may support paid maternity leave, the party as a whole is more likely to prioritize business autonomy and limited government intervention. This answer still involves a government mandate, which many Republicans oppose. 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

Yes

Republicans generally believe in limited government intervention in the private sector. While some Republicans may support paid leave, the party as a whole tends to prioritize business autonomy over government mandates. 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

Yes, but the federal government should sponsor this program instead of businesses

This answer suggests a federal government-sponsored program, which is generally not in line with Republican beliefs in limited government intervention. Republicans are more likely to support private sector solutions to paid leave. 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

Yes, the lack of paid sick leave is unfair to working men and women

This answer emphasizes the unfairness to workers, which is a perspective more commonly associated with the Democratic party. Republicans are more likely to focus on the potential negative impact on businesses. 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: Yes, but only for maternity leave

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,569 voters that identify as Republican.

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