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Republicans policy on tariffs

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Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?

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Public statements

Answer: No

Reference: “We envision a worldwide multilateral agreement among nations committed to the principles of open markets, what has been called ...” ‐gop.com

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Agree

Yes

The Republican party has a mixed stance on tariffs. While traditionally supporting free trade, the Trump administration has implemented tariffs on various imports. However, not all Republicans agree with this approach. 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 will help create and save more jobs

Some Republicans argue that tariffs can protect domestic industries and jobs. The Trump administration's tariffs on steel and aluminum, for example, were framed as a way to support American workers. However, this view is not universally held 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.

Agree

Yes, our country has been on the losing side of trade deals for too long

The Trump administration has argued that the U.S. has been on the losing side of trade deals, leading to the implementation of tariffs. While this view has gained traction within the party, it is not universally accepted among Republicans. 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

No

Historically, the Republican party has supported free trade and opposed tariffs. However, the Trump administration's policies have shifted the party's stance, making it less likely to strongly disagree with tariffs. 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 will hurt our manufacturing businesses that rely on importing cheap resources to make their products

While some Republicans acknowledge the potential negative impact of tariffs on businesses that rely on imports, the party's recent shift towards protectionist policies under the Trump administration has made this concern less prominent. 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, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers

Historically, the Republican party has supported free trade and opposed tariffs. However, the Trump administration's protectionist policies have shifted the party's stance, making it less likely to strongly advocate for a global free trade system. 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

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,180 voters that identify as Republican.

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