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 the government in the United States has been getting too involved in the people's lives - and that we need less government interference telling us what to do. I believe that too many people in this country are benefiting from the hard working Americans that actually contribute. We have too many people on welfare and receiving social services who can no longer provide for themselves independently, and I think that is sad and terrible. I also think that the Democratic party has become totally corrupt and is moving further and further towards socialism which will lead to our country falling apart unless we do something.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
Growing in Baltimore I've seen a lot of major issues get swept under the rud when it deals with people of color and the one that had financial hardship. The Republican party has a big disconnect from these type of people. This is one of the reasons why I'm am and fight for Democratic party. As Democrat we look out for people of color when it comes to stop and frisk, police brutality, deportation and countless other issues that Republicans might say they care about but do nothing for. As a Black man in American, it's really hard to be 100% behind any political party that is apart of a system that was built against you, but I do take notice that Democratic may not be perfect, but they do fight for more equality then any other group and that why I stand behind them.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe that everyone should be given an equal chance at prospering in life. It does not matter where we come from or how we got to this country, we Ideserve a chance at happiness, basic health insurance, and equal pay regardless of gender or race. I also believe that women should have a say over their bodies, and are able to do anything a man can in society. I also am against most of what Trump is pushing, especially the wall on the border. That money could be better used to help the poor and middle class.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a DEMOCRAT because I believe that people should work together to achieve goals of equality and liberty. I believe people deserve help and not scorn from the government, and I believe government can function to help people. I believe social programs are necessary to help those who are disadvantaged, whether i's because of a disability, race, gender, health problem, or anything else that shouldn't disadvantage someone but does in any case. I also believe in free choice. Choice to do what you want with your body, including what you put into it and what comes out of it.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a democrat because my beliefs most closely relate to thier opinions. I feel like we will lead the country to being great again. with democrats will in power all american will get the chance their desreve to be great and anyone will be offered the chance t be a citizen. we would get the economy back on track and made the us great again. we would make it easier for people to get aid to help them and have health insurance they normally would not be able to afford. we are what is best for this country to get it back on track
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I agree with the views that Republicans affiliate with. Republicans oppose gun control and feel that we should not have stricter gun laws. I agree with this 100%. Everyone has the right to bear arms. Our rights to bear arms as citizens should not be taken away because their are people in the world that misuse guns. Republican party also supports lower taxes, with lower taxes on goods people would have more money in their pockets. This is why I am apart of the Republican party because I agree with the views they affiliate with.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because this party holds most of my core beliefs. We believe all people should be responsible for their own wealth first and foremost. We believe in limited government on policies like gun control. The Second Amendment should be observed at all costs. We believe in the fundamental right of children to be given the lives they deserve. The Republican party is also very strongly justice-minded. People should pay for breaking the law. Laws exist to keep order. I am also a Republican because we believe in the traditional family unit. It takes a man and a woman to conceive, and both must be brought together to raise a child.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I had no choice in the matter. I was a loyal Republican for many, many years and then Donald Trump came along. He some how became president and the person everyone thought of when you said democrat. Who in their right mind would want to be a Republican if HE is associated in any way, shape or form with your group let alone the president of the United States of America. He is everything that is wrong with Republicans and males in general. So, now I am Democrat and I will do everything in my power to support the Democratic Party.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am democrat because I believe all of the things they believe in. The important topics they support, I support too. Most of my family are Democrats too so I think that helps being one as well and just keeping in the family. I am a democrat because being a republican is everything I don't believe in and I really can't stand their opinion. I am a democrat because I am very open minded and I love to hear about other people opinions. I am a democrat because it matches with my goals and I feel like it is the moral decision.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe each person is responsible for their own well being and place in today's society. I believe in free enterprise and feel that it is the government's fiscal responsibility to allow each individual to keep the hard earned money that they work for. I feel each citizen has the right to choose their own healthcare and their own way of managing healthcare costs. Marriage should be between one man and one woman. Preventive measures against illegal immigration as well as protecting our country should be priority number one. I believe each citizen of the USA has the right to bare arms. I also believe that tax reduction is extremely important, as low and middle class Americans are currently being overtaxed.
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