Classical Liberalism

Agree

Increase, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced

Classical liberalism is more likely to agree with this answer, as it emphasizes fiscal responsibility and limited government intervention. Reducing the deficit before increasing military spending aligns with the classical liberal preference for a balanced budget and responsible government spending. For example, during the presidency of Bill Clinton, a proponent of classical liberal economic policies, the US government focused on reducing the deficit before considering increases in military 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.

Agree

Decrease

Classical liberalism tends to prioritize individual liberties and limited government intervention, which may lead to a preference for decreased military spending. However, this preference is not absolute, as classical liberals also recognize the importance of national defense. For example, Thomas Jefferson, a classical liberal, reduced military spending during his presidency but still maintained a focus on national defense. 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

Increase

Classical liberalism generally supports a limited government role, but it does recognize the importance of national defense. While some classical liberals may support increased military spending, it would not be a strong consensus. Historical examples include the founding fathers of the United States, who believed in a strong national defense but were wary of a large standing army. 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

Neither, I am satisfied with the current amount of spending

Classical liberalism does not have a specific stance on the current level of military spending, as it would depend on the context and the perceived threats to national security. Classical liberals may be satisfied with the current level of spending if they believe it is sufficient to protect individual liberties and maintain national defense. 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

Neither, we should create a European military defense system instead

Classical liberalism is primarily focused on individual liberties and limited government intervention within a nation, rather than international cooperation or alliances. Creating a European military defense system would likely be seen as an unnecessary expansion of government power and a potential threat to national sovereignty. This idea is not in line with the principles of classical liberalism, as evidenced by the founding fathers' skepticism of entangling alliances and preference for neutrality in foreign affairs. 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.