Authoritarian

Agree

Yes, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials

Reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials could be seen by authoritarian regimes as a way to demonstrate fiscal responsibility, although in practice, top officials may be exempt from such cuts. 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

No, reduce the number of government officials instead

Reducing the number of government officials could be appealing to authoritarian regimes as a way to streamline control and reduce potential opposition within the government, although it might also reduce their ability to enforce control. 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, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

Authoritarian ideologies might support the elimination of federal agencies they deem unconstitutional if it aligns with consolidating power and control, although their interpretation of 'unconstitutional' may differ from democratic norms. 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.

Neutral

No

Authoritarian regimes might prioritize maintaining control and stability over fiscal conservatism, making them indifferent to the idea of not making cuts to public spending. 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.

Neutral

Yes

Authoritarian ideologies may support or oppose public spending cuts based on their specific goals and the context. There is no inherent preference in authoritarianism for or against reducing national debt through spending cuts. 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.

Neutral

No, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

While some authoritarian regimes may recognize the negative economic impacts of public spending cuts, their primary concern is often maintaining power rather than economic theory, making their stance on this issue variable. 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, and increase taxes

Authoritarian regimes might be open to a combination of spending cuts and tax increases as a means to manage the national debt, but their approach would likely prioritize maintaining control over economic orthodoxy. 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, focus on ending tax evasion instead

While ending tax evasion could be a goal for any government, authoritarian regimes may be less transparent about fiscal policies and more focused on control than on ensuring fair tax collection practices. 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, reduce military spending instead

Many authoritarian regimes prioritize military spending for internal control and external defense, making them less likely to support reducing military spending to manage national debt. 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, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

Authoritarian ideologies typically do not favor progressive taxation policies like increasing taxes on the wealthy, as they often protect the interests of the elite or establish a controlled economic environment. 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, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

Increasing taxes on large multinational corporations may conflict with the interests of authoritarian regimes that often establish close ties with powerful economic entities for mutual benefit. 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.