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 a small federal government. I believe there should be less taxation and less control of federal government in local and state affairs. We should be able to choose how we would like to do things, including what we spend our money on, who we decide to hire and how and if we choose to serve others. I believe the constitution put things in place to protect our rights from a big government, like the right to bear arms and we should be highly skeptical of anyone trying to repeal these things kept in place to protect us.

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

I am a Democrat because I believe in fairness and equality. I believe in the right to choose to have (or not have) an abortion. I believe in enacting laws that prohibit discrimination based on gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or national origin. I believe in protecting the environment, especially in the face of the challenges created by the very real, human-created climate change. I believe in separation of church and state, freedom of religion, freedom of speech and freedom of assembly, as established in the first amendment. I believe freedom of assembly means we have the right to protest when our government does wrong. I believe the second amendment was meant to establish the right to bear arms in specific circumstances, and does not mean private citizens can have an arsenal of weapons designed to murder efficiently. I believe in taxing those who have plenty to provide for the needs of those who have little. I believe the government exists to serve all the people in America, not just those who are wealthy.

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

I am a REPUBLICAN because I believe in liberty and the rights of the individual. I believe that people should be able to own property, and do so without the overweight bearings of the federal government, which in its inefficiency and tendency to throw money at social problems, has led to harmful economic problems in the past. I believe that people have the right to a gun, as laid out in the second amendment of the Constitution. Republicans believe that people should be able to care for themselves freely, without forced external pressures from the government to dictate how to live.

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

I am a Democrat because I strongly support social justice issues. Social issues are some of the most important issues we face today as Americans. I also strongly support equal opportunity for all and a woman's absolute right to choose what is best for herself and her body, ie no government involvement in her decision. I am also a strong proponent of affirmative action, less military and much more government spending. Overall I am a Democrat because it is the right thing to do if you live in the United States. It is the party that cares most about bringing equality and justice to all citizens.

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

I am a Republican because I strongly believe in individual freedom, small government and that ""America First"" is the policy that this country should follow going forward. America has spent decades as the ""world's policemen"" and we have also been taken advantage of in our trade policy. I understand that we live in a ""global society"", but since I also believe that America should rely on our strength in every area to do it's best for our citizens! We need to reduce immigration, retrain our citizens - who have been loyal to American manufacturers - for the jobs of the future and also make sure that we are not just importing goods, but that countries like China, India, and Mexico are importing OUR goods as well!

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

I am a Democrat because the Democratic Party stands for the ideals and beliefs that I am more closely aligned to than the Republican Party. Some of these ideals include the taking care of people who cannot take care of themselves, providing adequate healthcare to all, taking care of the environment, and being more inclusive to all kinds of different people and lifestyles. I also believe that the Democratic Party promotes negotiation over war in times of international conflict and this position also agrees with my viewpoints. I am also in agreement with the idea that those people who have done very well financially in the United States should pay their fair share of taxes and that tax laws ought to reflect this.

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

I am a REPUBLICAN because I believe that the Republican Party practices conservative principles that i believe in, including the Constitution. Republicans believe small and big business translates to higher pay for everyday people leading to the conclusion that the economy usually grows under Republican administrations. Your personal freedom is maximized being a republican. I believe strong national defense to keep our country safe and the right to bear arms in America. The Republican Party is all about freedom, for everyone living in America. I value human life as a republican and don't stand with abortion in exception to certain circumstances.

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

I am a Republican because I used to be a Democrat. As silly as that is to type, it's the God's honest truth. The Democrat party has moved so far left, plugging rights for illegal immigrants, ignoring everything horrible Obama did (spying on press, weaponizing the IRS, spying on Trump etc.etc.) and still pretends they're morally right. I officially changed my registration during the 2012 election, and I haven't looked back. The Democrat party is the anti-American party, and I just don't see how they course-correct. Everyone who disagrees with them is racist/bigot/etc.etc. It's sickening and it's dishonest, and the Republican party has been the party that is far more interested in protecting our rights. The Republicans are the party of free speech, non-insane laws, and freedom in general. Anyone who could be a Democrat after the disastrous Obama years and current trajectory of the party just isn't watching.

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 and have conservative beliefs. I believe the government needs to be fiscally responsible and not take as much from those of us that are wealthy. I also believe abortion should be illegal. Abortion is the murder of an unborn child. I believe individuals need to be more responsible for themselves. It is not up to the government to excessively fund programs to help out the less fortunate people.I believe we need to secure and keep secure our borders. The government cannot afford to ""take care"" of anymore people than it already is.

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

I am a Democrat because I believe in freedom. This country was founded on immigrants fleeing unfavorable situations in order to live a life free of restrictions and oppression. I believe all people have the right to live their lives in a way which makes sense to them personally. No one has the right to tell another person what to do or how to do it. I also believe in continually growing in liberation and evolving as a species into the next exciting and prosperous avenues ahead. I believe in strong government and take pride in voicing my strong opinions to affect change.