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 care about people. I believe all races in America deserve representation in government and society. I believe all genders are equally important and women deserve to also be in power. I also believe that immigrants deserve to be treated with kindness and they deserve a fair share of the American dream. As a Democrat, I believe that the LGBTQ community is important and they are deserving of marriage just like any other American. In addition, I believe every American should be entitled to healthcare and some sort of housing. Lastly, I believe that the rich should be taxed more because they have the money and they keep making more.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I believe in less government intervention in my life. I believe government must be fiscally responsible and allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn. I believe in fewer government programs that are paid for at the tax payers expense. Americans should value and should preserve our national strength and pride while working to extend peace, freedom and human rights throughout the world. The economic beliefs of Republicans are strong points for our economy and the overall positive growth of our county. I also believe that abortion is illegal and immoral and should banned nationwide. I am a Republican because I support Donald Trump.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe the values we had were old-time. People should be able to live how they want. I believe that people should be able to live alternate lifestyles. People can do what they want because they are free. This country gives freedom to everyone whatever their beliefs. People in this p country have the right to believe, say, act, and do what they feel. New values have been introduced since the old days. Those values show where our country is headed. The Founding Father's wanted us to have freedom. They wanted it for everyone here.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in the second amendment. I believe that too much gun control is left wing thinking and leads to no less violence than is current. I am also pro life and believe that terminating any pregnancy is wrong in the eyes of God and should be wrong in the eyes of man. I am a Republican because I also believe in having better border control - whether that is having better security or building a better barrier - people should come into any country legally. I also believe that The Bible is the Word of God and should be taken seriously and applied to our daily lives
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe that every single person should have economic security, not just the top 5%. I believe that no American should go bankrupt, face losing a home and savings, or die because they can't afford health care and/or health insurance. I believe that we are all human and all have the basic right for our basic needs to be met. We are all responsible for one another and it's a fight that we have to face together. I believe that being a Democrat is about acknowledging that each and every one of us deserves equal respect and equal rights to pursue a meaningful life.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I am fiscally conservative. Bottom line that is the main reason on why I am registered a Republican. I support same-sex marriage, gender/race equality, and pretty much align with liberals on most social issues besides when it comes to enforcing obnoxious gun regulations. I think the Federal Government is trying to take too much control over the country but like the majority of Republicans, I support State's right over a very controlling and over-stepping Federal government. All in all, I think high taxes is just stupid and I'm sorry, I prioritize my own family's well-being over anybody else even if they happen to be less fortunate, as harsh as it sounds.
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'm a republican because I Believe in traditional American values. I believe that religion is the fabric that holds this country together and should be cherished as such. I believe we have to speak against liberal agendas to hold tightly to our American traditional beliefs and not be threatened by those trying to destroy us. I'm a republican because I believe it's important to work hard for your money. This is America everybody has an equal chance of making it in life and obtaining the American dream. But most of all I am a Republican because I am strong because of my strong conservative stances as well as my strong religious faith.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I have very conservative views and agree with many of the social issues that the Republican Party stands for, such as being pro-life, traditional marriage between a man and a woman, support of the 2nd amendment, which is the right to bear arms, freedom of (not from) religion, and other Christian principles. I also am a Republican because I agree with the party on the issue of illegal immigration, building a wall, and deporting people who are in the country illegally. I fully support legal immigration, but I am against illegal immigration, because I believe every country has a right to protect and secure their borders. The Democratic Party wants to keep illegal immigrants here in Southern California and cares more about them than the 60,000 homeless citizens living on the streets of L.A. County. I am a Republican because I agree with the party on all of the aforementioned issues.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because i believe in this like having the right own and bear arms. I believe in fewer regulations on the general public and society. I believe in less taxes, i believe that if war is needed to sustain the free life style then so be it. I believe that we should have the free will to vote as we please, I am strongly conservative and am pro life. I believe that the constitution should be followed no matter what the democratic party thinks. I should be able to see any monument i want with worrying about it be torn down by a bunch of snowflakes!
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