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 believe that they are the only party that will keep the Constitution as the primary document for the government of the United States of America. I am extremely Pro-Life and the Republicans are the Pro-Life party. I am in favor of building the wall on the boarder with Mexico and the Republicans are the party of build the wall. I am very patriotic and the Republicans are the party of the Flag and the founders. I am a Republican because all the other alternatives represent wall street rather than we who live on main street. The Republicans have a path forward into the future that includes allowing individual liberty and the pursuit of freedom and the representative democracy in which we live. I will always be a Republican because they represent fiscal responsibility and they oppose the foolish notion of climate as something we humans are changing. I am further a Republican because we are One Nation under GOD and I believe that God blesses America each and every day. U.S.A, U.S.A. I am lastly a Republican because we have the greatest military in the world and we are not nation builders but the last hope of democracy for the entire world. The Republican party is the last best hope of freedom of thought, freedom of religion and the entire First Amendment of the constitution.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe I believe in equal rights. I believe that no one should be discriminated against no matter their race, ethnicity, beliefs, gender, or sexual orientation. I believe that women should have the option of abortion. Immigrants (both legal and illegal) have the right to legally stay in this country. They shouldn't have to be torn away from their families in such horrific ways. I believe the government has a responsibility to make jobs for the poor and middle class people. I believe American college students shouldn't have to graduate with tremendous amounts of debt.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe in most of the ideals that Democrats stand for. Democrats stand for the people. They fight against big business taking over the country and paying unfair wages. They want to make sure that everyone is compensated fairly for their hard work. Democrats want to make sure that the little people have a say in what happens in our country. They want to make sure that people have the resources and help that they need when ever they get into trouble. Sometimes people just need a little extra help to get them back on their feet.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
i am a democrat because i like how the government always tries to give out free stuff. i mean there talking about giving people a thousand dollars a month and im like please give it to me. im on welfare so i would have to give that up but i would make up for it. all i need is a free place to stay and i will be living the dream. man being a democrat has all the benifeits. i don't know why more people aren't . i mean its free so how am i hurting anything. i wouldn't need to work and that is a blessing in my book, all hail almighty free at last free at last
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I value diversity. Diverse groups add value to the community and the country. I stand for protecting the environment, helping the poor and building America's infrastructure. We need to strengthen healthcare and make sure it's available to everyone. We need to legally allow immigrants to stay and work here in America. America's most successful companies have been started by immigrants and we need to continue that tradition. I am a Democrat because I support equal rights and pay for women. Women are the building block of society, it's a shame that they are not paid equally.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I strongly believe in the traditions and core values this country was built on. The Republican party works hard to protect our natural born rights as Americans, as stated in the constitution. We were given the freedom to protect and arm ourselves, the freedom to work hard and reap the benefits of our hard work WITHOUT also having to support people who choose to not help themselves. Many of my personal beliefs line up with those of the republican party such as stricter immigration laws, no gun control laws, and limiting government assistance programs that allow people to abuse them.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrate because i believe in economic security for Low, middle, and high income class and just the top 5 percent of Americans. I believe in limited governemtn and limited big business. I believe in personal responsibilty and social respnosiblity. I believe every one should be able to have paid parental leave, support for public school because that is where i come from (suburb), a safe enviornment. I believe in prenantal health care for everyone and Planned Parenthood. I believe in better programs that will better the children of today and future children and along withn immigration policies (doesn't include people/chilldren in cages).
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a democrat because it is important to me that we all get a fair share in life and in this country. I believe that large corporations, big business, and the federal government have too much say in how we live our lives and who gets what. I am 100% behind gun control, tax reform, and saving the planet. I think we might be too late to change a lot of things but we could at least make an effort to stop killing our planet and our fellow man. Everyone deserves happiness, a roof over their head, and food in their stomachs.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I love America. I also am a republican the republican morals go hand in hand with my religious beliefs. I am pro guns and prolife. I am also in support of the wall being built to protect our borers. I feel that our President is doing a great job and I trust him very much. I truly think that he is trying very hard to make America Great again. I believe that republicans try to do what is best for this country in a fair and just way. I wish that the democrats would back off and let Trump run the country! Merica!
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I believe my views are based upon the original constitution and the Christian faith that found this country. I believe that borders should be protected..which means our country is protected..which means people are more protected. Immigrants are welcome here but they must come here legally, not illegally. I do not support illegal immigration. Christian faith is being persecuted by the ""left"" in this country. Free speech is a part of this country but just because I dont agree with the ""left's"" view, doesn't make me lower and intolerant to less loving just because I dont biblically agree with your views. Its great to see President Trump continuing to make choices that move our country forward, protecting our country, and continuing to improve jobs and the economy.
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