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 am a citizen in a country that has the power and resources to help people both domestically and abroad. I am a firm believer that everyone should have the equal opportunity to succeed regardless of sex, religion, race, or other attribute that could be used to discriminate against that person. The core values of the democratic party are to provide the resources people need to get a proper education, medical treatment, and be able to sustain a decent living style. I believe in collaboration and not finger pointing or prejudgment. This is why I am a democrat
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in the conservative beliefs that Republicans follow. I believe in the conservation of our economic status in America, and I support the ""Right to Life"" for the unborn babies, who are unable to speak up for themselves. Like most Republicans, I oppose abortions all together, and believe it is morally wrong to murder innocent unborn infants. I also support the Trump administration in providing protection for our U.S. citizens, against the hordes of illegal aliens crossing over our U.S. borders, many who are criminals. I believe in the building of the ""Wall"", to help keep out the threat from drug cartels and violent criminals.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a DEMOCRAT because I care about people. I want what is best for the country and the people in it. I believe that everyone should get a fair shot, and be treated fairly. I believe that we are not only able to take care of our citizens, but we have a moral obligation to do so. I believe that everyone deserves dignity and respect. I care about future generations and I want to make sure that we are setting them up for success. I believe caring for the environment is very important for our future and our present.
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 Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I want what is best for our country. Our citizens deserve to have the freedoms of what it means to be an American. One of these freedoms is gun ownership. It is a basic right that shouldn't be taken away. The Constitution even says we have the right to bear arms. Another reason I am a Republican, is because I don't believe in the government controlling our lives. The government is about money and restricting freedoms. With less interference from the government, our country would be happier. I also don't believe in high taxes for anyone. We all work hard for our money and do not deserve to have it taken away.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I have great belief in my Country. I stand behind the Veterans who have fought for my freedoms and thank them for their great sacrifice. I believe that the United States is the greatest country in the world and that here you can accomplish anything. I also believe in my Constitutional rights and refuse to let government take them away from me. The right to bear arms and the flag that waves over this country has been fought for, blood has been shed for and I will defend my Country until my dying breath if need be.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I'm very liberal. I believe strongly in equality and freedom Everyone should have the same opportunites no matter their gender, race, religion, etc. Education is very important to everyone and we all deserve a fair chance. Abortion is another issue on freedom that should protect and give woman a choice. It's our body and this is America. The environment is also a major and important concern. We are going through climate change and I believe we are the reason for that. We need more ecofriendly products and everyone needs to get together and protect the environment.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe the world is a village. I believe all countries should look out for the needs of each other, regardless of what country they are a citizen of. I believe people are all humans and so the world should be, in these modern times, caring of humans and not the labels they carry. Democrats care about the less fortunate and see people as individual beings aside from whatever actions they have done in their past. Life should not be a struggle. It should be a celebration of discovery and adventure. Life is what you make it.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I think everyone should carry their own weight financially. I support a strong economy and local jobs. Immigration needs to be enforced diligently. We need to look after our own interests and focus on helping the country we live in. We also need to pay off our deficit to establish a good relationship globally with other countries. We must promote good moral behavior and be ethical to ensure people are living in the right manner. We must remove the wrongdoers and rebellious people. I care about our country being the best and allowing others the opportunity to pursue their dreams.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I care about the fundamental well-being of others. Humans must care for other humans, regardless of their gender, race, sexuality, or religion. I do not want to look back on my life and see situations where I took advantage of others for my own personal gain, instead I want to see a life filled with love and generosity towards others, helping everyone achieve a common goal of being happy. I believe that people has the right to be happy and be in control of their own situation, not be controlled by the wealthy upper class who are only looking out for themselves.
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