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 Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe in abortion. I think that people should do whatever they want with their own body. I am a democrat because I think that there should be affordable healthcare for everyone and people should pay for people who dont want to work. I am a democrat because I believe the wealthy should have to pay taxes to everyone else that doesnt want to work. I believe that hard working people should give up their own money to everyone else. I am a demcorat because of what i beliebe in and no one can tell me otherwise
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a democrat because I strongly believe in people. This means that I am passionate about healthcare for all. I believe that the middle class is what keep America strong. Worker rights are of the upmost importance to me. I stand for for rights for all people not just the rich. I am a democrat because I believe everyone should have access to higher education and a good paying job. I am a democrat because I think that no family should have to decided between putting food on the table and buying their children medicine. And most importantly I believe everyone should be treated fairly because they are also my brothers and sisters. This means that I want fair and compassionate treatment of illegal immigrants. These are only some of the reasons why I am a democrat. In sum I am a democrat because I support the average person.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because this party is in agreement with my core values, beliefs, and ethics and stands for what this country was based on and should continue to follow through. I a a strong supporter of Trump and his administration and I believe the majority of this country is as well but is afraid to say so because of ""Politically correct culture"" that is being forced upon us. People are so worried about hurting peoples feeling's that we are losing our children to liberal ideas of immoral thinking that are now being cited as ""modern"". We need to go back to traditional values, family, and religion. This country is known for basic rights such as Free Speech, The right to bear arms, and The Freedom to practice religion, and basic human rights to live..These are all being pushed aside by the Democratic liberals who want to put Gay rights before Religious freedom rights, take away a persons right to protect their family with a firearm because of the mentally ill that they produced by creating this society leaving us with no way to protect ourselves. And as far as social services and immigration, it is not fair to overtax the investors of this country who did the right thing to make up for those who did not. There should always be a tax cap on financial investments, and inheritance because is this not the equality these so called oppressed are always crying about? Or only when it benefits them? 4 more years.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I care about others more than I care about myself. I care about equal rights, gun control, and healthcare for all. I believe everyone should be treated with respect no matter their race, gender, sexuality, or culture. I care about reducing income inequality. It infuriates that some people have so much while others have so little. I wish I could do more to help others who are suffering. But, my resources are limited. So I vote democratically in hopes that it will lead to change. I am a Democrat because I want positive change for everyone in our country, not just those with power.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe in free thinking. I believe every human has the right to do what makes them happy, in a safe manner. My biggest reason is that I'm a Pantheist. I believe God is the air, water, and soil of this planet. Democrats know that Earth comes first before big corporations and money-making. After all, where will we all live with all this money Republicans are trying to generate? I am a vegan and environmentally conscious. Every choice I make is for every being on this planet, not just myself. I truly believe Earth does not belong to us, but the universe. We should treat it well as we're all just visitors.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a democrat because the ideals set forth on being a democrat in resembling who I am. Also, in this strange and obscure place in which we find ourselves in this day in age, I can only say that I am against Trump...therefore, I am a democrat. I do not pit myself against anyone, I do not hold grudges, I only project love. Love for humankind, love for the environment, love for everything. I am therfore anti-Trump. Its a sad world today. Its also a strange place where we live in a society that is rules by ‚'Tweet'. I dont even have a Twitter account. I just concentrate on my life, my community, and my city. Other than that, I am at the point where I don't care any more, who has control, who is right or wrong. I am actually sitting in front of my TV, where MSNBC is always on. John Stewart is speaking because after 18..,EIGHTEEN years of fighting, 911 victims are finally able to exhale and deal with the extraordinary situations that have happened. So many deaths...so many stupid politicians...
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because the Republican Party's philosophy about the role of government in our country is most closely aligned with my own. I believe in a limited government whose role should be limited to protecting our country, and our borders. I believe that a strong economy, rather than increased welfare, is the best way to improve the quality of life for everyone in America. I believe in equal justice for all Americans, not the two-tiered system that we seem to be experiencing currently. Finally, I firmly believe that while we have a responsibility to assist our allies throughout the world, America and Americans should come first; and that's why I am a proud Republican.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in the freedoms that were given to us as a country so many years ago. I believe there were certain rights and liberties that our country was founded on that need to hold true today. I am not a Republican because I hate anyone, or I'm racist, or whatever else is thrown at me based on actions and assumptions of other Republicans that do not represent our party well. I believe government and its citizens must practice fiscal and monetary responsibility and sometimes that means things are not always fair in social outcomes. I recognize government is not the answer to every problem. Personal responsibility and a government closer to the people is better for businesses and individuals than an intrusive federal government that led to personal dependency
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because it is the party that best represents my values. It is the party that values the life of a newborn. It is the party that believes the government must be limited in order to preserve freedom. It is the party that believes an armed society is a polite society. It is the party that believes an individual is entitled to their labor and nothing else. That faith and family still have value in society. It is the party that recognizes the errors of America's past, but isn't ashamed to be called American. It is the party that believes truth and facts take precedent over one's feelings.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I don't like people of color. I don't want to pay for sick people's health care. I want to invade their privacy by deciding what they do in their beds. I'm a gigantic hypocrite with no feelings.I also like presidents that sexually assault women. Cheat on their wives separate times. I also like my presidents to pay off pornstars so they keep their mouths shut. I also like my presidents to go bankrupt and not pay their taxes. I also like my Republican presidents to take the word of a Russian dictator.Also Presidents that don't care about the planet
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