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 my parents and most of the people in my family are republican. I come from a religious family that values christian costumes. Socially I am republican because abortion is seen as a sin in the eyes of God. I also believe capitalism allows the U.S economy to stay strong. I don't agree with the identity politics that are being used by modern democrats and find it astounding that all of the democratic candidates want free healthcare to be provided to illegal immigrants. I want a secure border and a free market economy so the most jobs can be created.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a REPUBLICAN because I am patriotic and love America. I strongly identify as an American because of my ties to our founding fathers and tradition. I am conservative in my beliefs and lifestyle. I am a catholic that loves God and my family. I am a hard worker and always give my best effort in everything that I do. I am pro life and am against abortion. I believe in an American's right to bear arms and carry a weapon. I am very pro military and support our republican president. I support the sanctity of marriage between a man and woman.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am democrat because i believe in freedom. freedom to be who I am as well as for all persons to be treated fairly and have the opportunity to become the best person they can. I believe in science and the science behind global climate change. It is beyond my comprehension that any person belie they are superior just because of how they were born. or not believe in solid facts that the earth is changing and there are ways man can make difference . I also believe all persons have rights and we need to support those persons to be the best they can. Financial support of education, the arts and people who struggle are basic necessities. We do not need to endlessly fund wars and be the policemen to the world. If you are gay, straight or anywhere in between we all have the same rights
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I feel America needs to get back to its roots. It seems people are making up their own rules to everything. Families with a mother and father, not 2 mothers or 2 fathers, should be the norm. Also so many think religion is not important and we can pray to a tree or a candy bar if we so choose. Also I am a gun owner. I am responsible and as a Republican I have to continue to fight for my 2nd amendment right. I come from a long line of Republicans and I want this country to get back to embracing conservative values.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in low taxes and limited government spending. I think the government should be less involved with the people, and we should have more freedom in business and in life. I think the government should stay out of our affairs, and not impose their views on the people. I am Conservative on issues like abortion, gay rights, and guns. I have a moral code that I wouldn't want to be broken, go to church, and believe in the Word of God. I think people should be free to choose what is right for them as long as they are not hurting anyone else, I do believe in America, and what's best for our country.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
As a democrat I believe in equality for all Americans. Unity and equal opportunity for all Americans despite race,religion,gender, or sexual preference. As America is the world's strongest force, I believe we can offer opportunity to all who seek it. I believe we can achieve an America with a universal health care system that leaves no one without health coverage for themselves and their families. Our country was built by immigrants and therefore should continue to be an opportunity for those who seek to become a United States citizen. I also believe the children of immigrants should be given the opportunity for a better life.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a DEMOCRAT because it is morally right to be. It is the responsibility of all those better off to provide for those less fortunate while realizing a level of economic equality, as well as social equality, that we should all be striving for. Helping your fellow man in times of need does not make him less likely to want to work nor does it lessen his ambition. Building a better world together is how it is truly done, not tearing each other down and the few thriving off the backs of the many. Only when we acknowledge that we all have a right to be here and contribute something to the greater good do we start to move things in the way they need to be headed, forward.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because of my view on abortion. I am pro-life and believe that all babies deserve a chance to have a life. Another reason I am republican is my view on stronger border laws and stronger immigration laws as too many immigrates are coming into the country illegally and taking up resources that should be going to American citizens that are already struggling, like homeless people or people struggling to find a job. Another reason I am republican is because of my view on the death penalty. I believe that it is good as it punishes people that need to be severely punished that way, and can help make room for more criminals that are coming in.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am Republican because I agree with working hard and making a living and not having things given to you. I don't agree with handouts and all these people getting free insurance when we have to work hard to get what we have. I also think that if people are going to get government handouts that they should be subject to the same drug testing that I have to do to make the money to pay for things for them. I believe that people should follow the teachings of God and that American should go back to the traditional values. More legalization of immigrants and same sex marriages is corrupting America and American values.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe that life begins at conception, and that life should be saved no matter the cost. I am a Republican because I believe the military should be supported and we should spend whatever necessary to show America is the greatest country in the world to live in. I am also a Republican because I believe the government spends too much as is, and we should limit our spending for unnecessary budgets, thereby increasing our reserves and treasurer resources. My father was a Republican who served in the Korean War, and I grew up in a family who was proud of their conservative values.
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