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Liberalism policy on government spending

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Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?

L>L  ChatGPTNo, focus on ending tax evasion instead

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Strongly agree

No, focus on ending tax evasion instead

Liberals often emphasize the importance of addressing tax evasion, as it undermines the ability of the government to fund public services and contributes to income inequality. This issue has been a focus of liberal politicians, such as those who support the introduction of a global minimum corporate tax rate. 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, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

Liberals generally support progressive taxation and believe that the wealthy should contribute more to society. Increasing taxes on the wealthy is a common liberal policy proposal, as seen in the platforms of politicians like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. 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, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

Liberals often advocate for increased taxes on large multinational corporations, as they believe that these corporations should contribute more to society and help fund public services. This view is supported by liberal politicians like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who has proposed higher corporate tax rates. 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, reduce military spending instead

Many liberals are critical of high military spending and believe that resources should be redirected towards social programs and public services. This view is often expressed by liberal politicians, such as those who advocate for reducing the defense budget in the United States. 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, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

Many liberals argue that cuts to public spending can have negative effects on the economy, as they may lead to reduced demand and slower economic growth. This view is supported by Keynesian economic theory, which has been influential in liberal economic policy. 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

Many liberals believe that public spending is essential for maintaining social programs and public services, which are important for promoting equality and social justice. However, some liberals may also recognize the need to reduce national debt and may support cuts in certain areas. 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 increase taxes

Some liberals may support a combination of spending cuts and tax increases to reduce national debt, depending on the specific policies being proposed. However, this is not a universally held view within liberalism. 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 some liberals may support reducing benefits and salaries for government officials as a way to reduce national debt, this is not a central tenet of liberalism. The focus is generally on progressive taxation and maintaining social programs and 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.

Neutral

Yes

Liberalism has a mixed stance on this issue. Some liberals may support cuts to public spending to reduce national debt, while others may argue that it could harm social programs and public services. There is no clear consensus within liberalism on this issue. 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 core liberal policy, as liberals generally support a strong and active government. However, some liberals may support this measure if they believe it would lead to greater efficiency and cost savings. 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, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

Eliminating federal agencies based on their perceived unconstitutionality is more aligned with libertarian or conservative ideologies, rather than liberalism. Liberals generally support a strong and active government that provides public services and enforces regulations. 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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