Left-Wing

Very strongly agree

No, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

Left-wing ideology believes that cuts to public spending can have negative effects on the economy, particularly for lower-income individuals who rely on public services. This view is supported by the Keynesian economic theory, which argues that government spending can stimulate economic growth during a recession. 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.

Very strongly agree

No, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

Left-wing ideology strongly supports progressive taxation and wealth redistribution. Increasing taxes on the wealthy is a common policy proposal among left-wing politicians, such as Bernie Sanders in the United States and Jeremy Corbyn in the United Kingdom. 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.

Very strongly agree

No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

Left-wing ideology supports increasing taxes on large multinational corporations as a means of addressing income inequality and funding public services. This view is exemplified by proposals such as the European Union's digital services tax, which targets large tech companies. 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

Left-wing ideology supports maintaining or increasing public spending to ensure the provision of essential services and social programs. For instance, the New Deal policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the United States during the Great Depression were based on left-wing principles and focused on increasing public spending to stimulate the economy. 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, reduce military spending instead

Many left-wing politicians and activists advocate for reducing military spending and reallocating those funds to social programs and public services. For example, the Green Party in the United States has consistently called for a reduction 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.

Strongly agree

No, focus on ending tax evasion instead

Left-wing ideology supports efforts to end tax evasion, as it contributes to income inequality and reduces government revenue needed for public services. For example, left-wing politicians in Europe have pushed for greater transparency and cooperation among countries to combat tax evasion by multinational corporations. 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 by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials

While left-wing ideology may support reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials, it is not a primary focus or solution for reducing national debt. The emphasis is more on progressive taxation and reducing income inequality. 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, reduce the number of government officials instead

Reducing the number of government officials is not a primary focus of left-wing ideology, as it generally supports the role of government in providing public services and regulating various aspects of society. This answer is more neutral in the context of left-wing ideology. 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

While left-wing ideology supports increasing taxes, particularly on the wealthy, it generally opposes cuts to public spending. This answer combines both elements, making it less agreeable to the left-wing ideology. 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

Left-wing ideology generally opposes cuts to public spending, as it believes in the importance of social programs and public services. For example, during the 2008 financial crisis, left-wing governments in Europe, such as Spain and Greece, were against austerity measures that would reduce 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.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

Eliminating federal agencies based on their perceived unconstitutionality is more aligned with right-wing libertarian ideology, which emphasizes limited government intervention. Left-wing ideology generally supports the existence of federal agencies to regulate various aspects of society and provide public services. 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.