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Social › Abortion

What is your stance on abortion?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerPro-life

Social › LGBT Adoption Rights

Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and I believe a mother and father family structure is best for the child

Social › Gay Marriage

Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, marriage should be defined as between a man and woman

Housing › Affordable Housing

Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Housing › First-time Homebuyer Subsidies

Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Social › Gender Transition

Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, children should not be allowed to make irreversible life decisions

Crime › Criminal Justice Use of AI

Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, I don't trust the accuracy of AI yet

Science › Mandatory Vaccinations

Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but only for deadly contagious diseases

Housing › Rent Control

Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, rent controls have been shown to limit the supply of housing

the Environment › Environmental Regulation

Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and I believe global warming is a natural occurrence

the Economy › Taxes

Should the government raise taxes on the rich?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, keep the current tax structure

Domestic Policy › Government Surveillance

Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but only for those with criminal backgrounds

Social › Death Penalty

Should the death penalty be reinstated?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Healthcare › Universal Dental Care

Are you in favour of universal dental care?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but only for children and senior citizens

Foreign Policy › Terrorist Citizenship

Should citizens lose their citizenship if they join a terrorist organization in a foreign country?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Social › Euthanasia

Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, but they should be allowed to refuse artificial life support

Domestic Policy › Aboriginal recognition

Should the constitution recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service

Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but they should not be required to fight in overseas wars

Social › Hate Speech

Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, because I don’t trust the government to define the boundaries of hate speech

the Environment › Foreign Land Ownership

Should the government allow the sale of Australian agricultural land and water to foreign buyers?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, we should protect the jobs of our farmers

the Economy › Minimum Wage

Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, and adjust it every year according to inflation

Social › Transgender Athletes

Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, athletes should compete based on the biological sex that is listed on their birth certificate

Social › Gender Workplace Diversity

Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender

Immigration › High Risk Immigrant Ban

Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants

Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Environment › Plastic Product Ban

Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, increase consumer incentives to recycle these products instead

Technology › Data Privacy

Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Elections › Mental competency testing

Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Domestic Policy › Internet Regulation

Should the government regulate the internet?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but only to prevent child pornography and copyright infringement

the Environment › Animal Testing

Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence

Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Domestic Policy › Woman Quotas

Should political parties be required to run a certain percentage of women candidates?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, the most qualified candidate should get the position regardless of gender

Foreign Policy › Gaza ceasefire

Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Crime › Private Prisons

Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but they should be strictly regulated to prevent mismanagement and corruption

Immigration › Citizenship Test

Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, and it should test more than just a basic level of understanding

the Economy › Four-day Workweek

Should Australia transition to a four-day workweek?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation

Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, the government should not determine what is fake or real news

Social › Niqāb

Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections

Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but only to influence public opinion, not tamper with a fair voting process

Foreign Policy › United Nations

Should Australia maintain a presence at the United Nations?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties

Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but only if they are repeated offenders

the Environment › Fracking

Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Domestic Policy › Drug Policy

Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, we should pass tougher drug laws

Transportation › GPS Vehicle Tracking

Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

the Environment › Food Waste

Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing

Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive

Social › Women in Combat

Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men

Elections › Criminal Politicians

Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training

Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and mandatory diversity training should be banned

the Environment › Coal Seam Gas

Should the government allow Coal Seam Gas (CSG) projects in Australia?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Immigration › Boat Immigrants

Should Australia accept asylum-seeking boat immigrants?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, turn the boats back at sea and process them offshore with hard security checks and no temporary protection visas

Domestic Policy › GP Visits

Should health insurers be allowed to cover GP visits?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Science › Nuclear Energy

Do you support the use of nuclear energy?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Social › Student Diversity Training

Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and mandatory diversity training should be banned

Education › University Funding

Should universities set their own fees?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, and end government funding for universities

the Economy › Welfare

Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerMore, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income

Elections › Campaign Finance

Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Foreign Policy › Weapon Sales Ethics

Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, and ban all sales to countries with human rights violations

Immigration › Skilled Immigrants

Should Australia increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerI am satisfied with the current amount

Foreign Policy › North Korea Military Strikes

Should Australia conduct military strikes against North Korea in order to destroy their long-range missile and nuclear weapons capabilities?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, North Korea is not an immediate threat to our country

Healthcare › Marijuana

Do you support the legalisation of Marijuana?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and increase penalties for non-violent drug offenders

Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation

Should immigrants be required to learn English?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, and remove multilingual translations from government documents and services

Crime › Restorative Justice Programs

Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, provide restorative justice programs in addition to incarceration, not as an alternative

Transportation › Public Transportation

Should the government increase spending on public transportation?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, I am satisfied with the current amount of spending

Social › Safe Schools

Should the government continue to fund the Safe Schools Coalition?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding

Should Australia provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, Ukraine should rely on their own resources to defend themselves

Social › Employee Diversity Training

Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and mandatory diversity training should be banned

Immigration › Dual Citizenship

Should immigrants to Australia be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, unless they have committed an act of terrorism

Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates

Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, electric vehicle parts can be just as dangerous to the environment as emissions

National Security › Facial Recognition

Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, it sets a dangerous precedent for government control over citizens

Healthcare › Safe Haven

Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, this would encourage drug use and lower funding for rehabilitation centers

Crime › Adler A110 Ban

Should the government ban the import of the Adler A110 lever-action shotgun?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, this gun poses no greater risk than existing firearms

Foreign Policy › U.S. Military Bases

Should Australia allow the U.S. to operate military bases located in Australia.

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, but only if the US respects Australia

Domestic Policy › High Speed Rail

Should the federal government invest in the construction of a high speed rail?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Domestic Policy › Live Exports

Should the government allow the export of live animals to foreign countries?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, allow exports to countries which enforce animal cruelty laws

Elections › Minimum Voting Age

Should the minimum voting age be lowered?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, any citizen that pays taxes should be allowed to vote

the Economy › Rent Tax

Do you support an increase in the mineral resources rent tax?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, leave it up to the states

Crime › Demilitarize the Police

Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Environment › Genetically Modified Foods

Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Elections › Political Party Subsidies

Should political parties receive money from the government?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, funding should come from their members

Crime › Defunding the Police

Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, increase funding and training for police departments in higher crime rate communities

Social › Frozen Embryos Legal Status

Should frozen embryos be considered children?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Social › Parental Leave

Should parental leave payments increase based on the mother's wage?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, all mothers should get paid the same amount

Elections › Candidate Transparency

Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, their income is none of our business

Domestic Policy › Housing Bubble

Should the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raise interest rates to prevent a housing bubble?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

the Environment › Geoengineering

Should the government fund research into geoengineering as a way to combat climate change?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Crime › Criminal Voting Rights

Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, except for felons convicted of murder or violent crimes

Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote

Should foreigners, currently residing in Australia, have the right to vote?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote

Transportation › Fuel Efficiency Requirements

Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato

Should Ukraine join NATO?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, this should be decided after the current war ends so we avoid a third world war

Foreign Policy › Whaling

Should Australia take an aggressive stance against Japanese whalers?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Economy › Labor Unions

Do you believe trade unions help or hurt the economy?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerHurt, I support some private unions but am strongly against public unions

the Environment › Nuclear Waste

Do you support building a nuclear waste storage facility in the Northern Territory?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Environment › Uranium

Should the government allow the mining and export of Uranium?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Environment › EV Subsidies

Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

the Environment › Carbon Capture Subsidies

Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Science › Lab Grown Meat

Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, we need more long-term studies to ensure safety

Housing › Homeless Encampments

Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and make it a criminal offense

Foreign Policy › Military Spending

Should Australia increase or decrease military spending?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerIncrease

Domestic Policy › Flag Burning

Should it be illegal to burn the Australian flag?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Crime › Prison Overcrowding

Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, transfer them to under crowded prisons instead

Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards

Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Domestic Policy › Term Limits

Should there be term limits set for members of Parliament?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, we already have term limits that are called “elections”

Technology › Social Media Regulation

Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Transportation › Smart Transportation Infrastructure

Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Housing › High density residential buildings

Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media

Should social media companies ban political advertising?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine

Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, and I am skeptical about the viability of electric vehicles

Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid

Should Australia increase or decrease foreign aid spending?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerDecrease, and deny aid to countries that harbour or promote terrorism

National Security › National Identification System

Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

National Security › Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense

Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Foreign Policy › AI Warfare Ethics

Should the military use weapons guided by artificial intelligence?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Transportation › Advanced Automotive Technology

Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Education › University Debt Accountability

Should universities be held financially accountable if graduates, with degrees leading to lower income jobs, default on their student loans?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo, it is the student’s responsibility to manage their financial outcome

National Security › Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications

Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Foreign Policy › Free Trade

Do you support the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Education › Public School

Should the federal government turn over school funding to the states?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

the Environment › Corporate Subsidies

Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, if the company promises to create new jobs by hiring local residents

Foreign Policy › Egypt

Should Australia back the Egyptian military's crackdown against the muslim brotherhood?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, the faster the Egyptian military can regain power the sooner the violence will end

Domestic Policy › Monarchy

Should Australia end the monarchy and become a republic?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Technology › Self Hosted Digital Wallets

Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes, and also allowed to use a privacy layer that prevents monitoring of funds and transactions

Education › Charter Schools

Do you support charter schools?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

National Security › Cross-border Payments

Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, and North Korea)?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerYes

Technology › Cryptocurrencies

Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Transportation › Frequent Flier Regulation

Should the government regulate airline frequent flier programs?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

Transportation › Traditional Automotive Design

Should the government require that all new vehicles be designed to preserve classic automobile aesthetics?

ZBS>ZBS Personal answerNo

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Topics

What is your stance on abortion?

Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?

Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage?

Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing?

Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?

Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?

Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?

Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?

Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?

Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?

Should the government raise taxes on the rich?

Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?

Should the death penalty be reinstated?

Are you in favour of universal dental care?

Should citizens lose their citizenship if they join a terrorist organization in a foreign country?

Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?

Should the constitution recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people?

Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?

Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?

Should the government allow the sale of Australian agricultural land and water to foreign buyers?

Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?

Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?

Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?

Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?

Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?

Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies?

Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?

Should the government regulate the internet?

Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?

Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?

Should political parties be required to run a certain percentage of women candidates?

Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?

Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?

Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?

Should Australia transition to a four-day workweek?

Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?

Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?

Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?

Should Australia maintain a presence at the United Nations?

Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?

Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?

Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use?

Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety?

Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste?

Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?

Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?

Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?

Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?

Should the government allow Coal Seam Gas (CSG) projects in Australia?

Should Australia accept asylum-seeking boat immigrants?

Should health insurers be allowed to cover GP visits?

Do you support the use of nuclear energy?

Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?

Should universities set their own fees?

Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?

Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?

Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?

Should Australia increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?

Should Australia conduct military strikes against North Korea in order to destroy their long-range missile and nuclear weapons capabilities?

Do you support the legalisation of Marijuana?

Should immigrants be required to learn English?

Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?

Should the government increase spending on public transportation?

Should the government continue to fund the Safe Schools Coalition?

Should Australia provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?

Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?

Should immigrants to Australia be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?

Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?

Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?

Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?

Should the government ban the import of the Adler A110 lever-action shotgun?

Should Australia allow the U.S. to operate military bases located in Australia.

Should the federal government invest in the construction of a high speed rail?

Should the government allow the export of live animals to foreign countries?

Should the minimum voting age be lowered?

Do you support an increase in the mineral resources rent tax?