Can you tell the difference between real and fake Democrats and Republicans?
You’re about to see 10 statements that people wrote based one of two prompts: “I’m a democrat because…” or “I’m a republican because…”.
We randomly assigned each person to one prompt or the other, so they didn’t get to choose. (We offered them a bonus if their statement sounded convincing.)
That means some of these statements are real — the person is explaining why they belong to their actual political party. Some of these statements are fake — the person is pretending to belong to the opposite political party.
real statements: Democrats claiming to be Democrats, or Republicans claiming to be Republicans.
fake statements: Democrats claiming to be Republicans, or Republicans claiming to be Democrats.
Your job is to judge whether each statement is real or fake.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I am not falling for the fake news nowadays the mainstream media like CNN, NBC and ABC is telling people. They are way too far left and they don't really value our American culture and values. As for me, I think being American is the first thing I feel I am proud of! Patriotism is one thing everyone should teach their kids about, same as the bibles, because God is leading us to the great bright future and we should always worship god. I don't believe things those snowflakes are saying, I think illegal immigrants are harmful to this country and they should be all kicked out. America comes first, that is the most important everyone should learn!
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because it's what I believe is right. I believe in economic responsibility and small government, and that's what the Republican party is all about, giving power back to the people. I think the government should stay out of most things. On a state level, I oppose abortion because I think it's wrong to take an innocent human life. I think businesses should be allowed to serve whoever and whatever they want. I think it's every American's God given right to own a gun. I'm not a racist or a white supremacist. I have an education. I chose this path because it's what I believe to be right by God and by my family.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
i am a democrat because i believe that all people have certain rights. Some of them are free healthcare, free college, all illegal immigrants are people and should have the same rights as any other american. they should have the right to free healthcare and should be able to live in the usa unless they have commited a crime in the usa. All americans should have the right to a free college education if they wish to have one and should have access to free health care for them and their families. Democrats treat people much better than republicans. We are for the working people.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I support combating climate change among other environmental issues. We only have one Earth and a finite amount of resources and we need to take better care of our planet. I strongly support protecting a woman's right to safe and legal abortion. Our body, our choice. It shouldn't even be an issue that we have to fight for in 2019. Every woman should have access to quality reproductive health care services, including safe and legal abortion—regardless of where she lives, how much money she makes, or how she is insured. I believe that reproductive health is core to everyone's health and wellbeing, not just women's because it affects everyone. I support
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I feel more inline with Republican political beliefs than Democratic beliefs. I am a conservative that is very religious, and these beliefs that I have are more right winged than left. I am a supporter of our current President and always have been since he confirmed he was running for President. I think that he is bringing real change to the US, and I strongly like his views on immigration. I also like how our current President is changing it up in the white house and really making our presence known around the world as a force and leader in this world.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I am a proud American. I believe in the core traditional values this country was built upon. We are united and stand together to be successful, not apart and dismantled. Being republican represents the interest of all to make America stay strong and stick to their values. We need to keep the core principles this country was built on in order for this country to thrive and work together. I also feel republican values are best for the way the government operates and benefits all. Being a republican means being free yet united and proud.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I believe in the freedom of speech. I was actually a Democrat during the Obama years but I changed because of all the problems they created. As a Republican, we make a difference, we do not make excuses. We do not place blame on anyone. We take responsibility to change whatever is broken. We work together for America and its values of what it was founded on. Everyone is treated equal and there is actually everybody working together and not against each other to make sure the laws are addressed, as were set by our predecessors.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I believe in a limited government. The more government stays out of the daily lives of its citizens, the better off the country will be. Citizens should be governed by their local government first, then by state government and last by the federal government. I also believe in citizens paying the bare minimum in taxes. I believe in a strong national defense. I don't think the government should be involved in welfare programs or entitlement schemes. Citizens should look after their own well being. Those in need should be taken care of only on a limited basis. Vote for Donald Trump in 2020!!!!
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe that hard work should be rewarded financially. I do not feel that people should receive benefits unless they are truly unable to work and contribute to society. I worked hard in college so I could get a profession that allows me to be self sufficient and I abhor the fact that I have to give some of my earnings throughout my entire life to pay for those who did not choose wisely in their own lives. I do not believe I should be responsible for the care of illegal immigrants and their children or Americans who are milking the system. If I worked for it, it should be ALL mine.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because the values an goals they have among individual rights align with the way I feel personally. I am not religious person and believe in a universal morality. Everyone should be treated equal, no questions. I do agree to an extent with their economic and financial perspective as well, although I might lean a bit conservative at times. I think poor the less fortunate people should be able to obtain a decent quality of life even if that means more taxes on the wealthy. I would pay more for this and I am of a lower working class.
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