The Ideological Turing Test

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 Democrat because…”

I am a DEMOCRAT because I believe in the right of all people who live in this country to enjoy the same rights. Everyone should share the same rights, both of citizenship and human rights, like rights to health care and transparency of government. They should be protected from unregulated gun violence and unrestrained debt from sickness. I believe in a fair and progressive tax system that doesn't overly burden the poor, and I believe in funding systems to help the poor not just survive, but succeed and grow with dignity. I believe in freeing all the young people of color who've been unjustly arrested just for having a joint. And I believe in this country, because I think we can achieve all of this.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”

I am a Republican because I believe that compassion and being conservative is best for those of us who are struggling. We are problem solvers which is what the world needs today. People need to take responsibility for themselves and their actions. I believe that some of the same positions the party stands for I have as well. While not a strong Republican they still align better with what I believe. There seems to be so much rhetoric with the Democrats right now. I don't believe the President was ever really given a chance and that right now everything is so drawn out and just using up taxpayer money for things that are ridiculous.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”

I became a Republican when Ronald Reagan became president. I am Republican because I believe in lower Federal taxes and a smaller government. I think the size of the Federal government should be smaller and a lot of power and authority should be returned to the states. I am Republican because I want a strong military to protect us from terrorism and evil foreign governments. I am Republican because they are not afraid to fight for unborn children. I am proud to be a Republican because Republicans are not afraid to show love for this country and respect the American Flag.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”

I am a Democrat because I support equal opportunity for all Americans., regardless of age. sexual orientation or race. I support social justice. Most of my friends are Democrats and we can really talk about issues all together. We stand up for civil rights. I think I really wanted to be a Democrat when John F. Kennedy was in office. He really got my attention. Democrats fight everyday to pass important reforms. I feel that the Democrats really know what is right for our country. They care about the American people and have their best intrest at heart. I believe that I will always be a Democrat because I truly agree with them in what they want for all Americans.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”

I am a republican because I am a very conservative person. I was raised a southern baptist in Georgia. I was very active in my church when I was growing up and I am very religious. Republicans tend to go along with most of my beliefs. I am totally against abortion because I believe it is a sin. I believe that people should work hard for what they get, and it if they work hard, they should be rewarded. I don't believe in eliminating student loan debt. I believe in hard work, in our country and to try to honor God. I believe marriage should only be between a man and a woman. Like I said, most of my beliefs line up with the Republican way of thinking.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”

I am a Democrat because I believe in economic fairness, equality under the law, the American dream, and that we are capable of solving our common problems when we unite as one people. I am a Democrat because I believe that the Constitution applies equally to everyone in this country, immigrant or billionaire. I believe that every citizen deserves unfettered access to the polling place with no barriers to voter registration. I believe in equal pay for equal work. I am a Democrat because I choose hope over fear and progress over mindless clinging to the past. I am a Democrat because there are things I would refuse to do and actions of others I would not overlook in order to remain in office. I am a Democrat because I believe that every American is free to be religious and equally free not to be. I believe that all medical procedures should the choice of the patient in consultation with their doctor.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”

I am a REPUBLICAN because I support for free market capitalism, free enterprise, business, a strong national defense, deregulation, restrictions on labor unions, social-conservative policies, and traditional values, usually with a Christian foundation. Being Republican is important to my family values. I oppose abortion rights, funding to Planned Parenthood, drugs, the Affordable Care Act, Common Core, gun control and support Just Say No and school choice. I aslo believe that free markets and individual achievement are the primary factors behind economic prosperity. I support unilateralism on issues of national security, believing in the ability and right of the United States to act without external support in matters of its national defense.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”

I am a Republican because I believe equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability. The Republican party values the ideals of working people keeping more of the money that they earn. Everyone should have the right to a government that has principles and morals. Being responsive to people's needs is of most importance. This country is being run over by people who believe they can just come here of their own free will and not contribute to society. We need to secure our borders and we need to do it now to protect our rights as citizens.

The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”

I am a REPUBLICAN because I believe in the importance of individual responsibility and our rights as guaranteed by the constitution. The best government is one that is limited and allows the States, local citizens and their representatives, powers not granted to the Federal level. Taxes at the Federal level should be low, as the government should not be providing the majority of services it currently does. It should focus primarily on defense and national security, and social security for the elderly. The majority of everything else is best provided at the state and local levels, and by charitable organizations.