The Ideological Turing Test

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

I am a Democrat because i believe in freedom for all, which includes equality and respect for minorities. I believe that the top one percent should be taxed far more than the middle class. They should help and contribute to society. I also believe that big corporations such as Google, Amazon, and Apple should pay their fair share of taxes. I believe in climate change, and it's and existential crisis that needs to be averted. I believe in welcoming asylum seekers and not treating them inhumanely or as if the are less than. I believe that the minimum wage should be increased to at least 15 dollars and hour, and that every citizen has a right to human healthcare even the ones with preconditions. This is why i am a Democrat.

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

I am a DEMOCRAT because this country succeeds when everyone gets a fair shot, does their fair share plays by the same rules. Democrats are focused on building an economy that lifts up all Americans, not just those at the top. Issues of special interest include working to make progress on issues like job creation, equal pay, education, and health care. In addition, the party believes in clean energy and protecting the environment from those who would exploit it for its resources due to the belief that the destruction of our ecosystem would mean the destruction of mankind. Finally Democrats are centered around the hope to renew a sense of community among all Americans.

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

I am a Republican because I believe in traditional values and small government. I am a Christian and believe that marriage should be between one man and one woman only. I believe this country is the greatest country in the world and we need to protect it from illegal immigrants who want to take our jobs and bring drugs and violence into our country. The second amendment is important to me and Democrats want to take that away. I have proudly fought for this country, and I would do it again. Most Liberals couldn't even dream of sacrificing close to what Conservatives have.

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

I am a Democrat because I believe in the beliefs and values associated with my political party. For one, as an individual I firmly believe that everyone should be treated fair and equal regardless of their race, gender, income, sexual orientation or beliefs. This is one of the strongest beliefs shared by all Democrats! This is only one of the many reasons that I am a Democrat and thus makes me well-suited to my party. Another strong belief between my party and I, is the belief in equal educational opportunities. Fairness in educational opportunities is not only the moral thing to have, but it is the very backbone to a more fair and stable society overall. There are many other reason's that I am a Democrat, but the overall and very main reason is that, simply put, I share the Democratic party's beliefs. They are my suited party and we are as one!

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

I am a Democrat because I believe in tolerance and equality. I believe America should share its resources with those less fortunate. I believe our values of freedom and opportunity are only valuable if we open our doors to those from less privileged countries. I believe that we all have the right to healthcare and programs or services that can improve our quality of life. I believe we are obligated to end institutionalized racism and sexism. We must protect our environment and do everything possible to halt or reverse the effects of climate change. It is time we started putting people above profit.

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

I am a republican because I believe that people should take responsibility for their own circumstances and not depend on the government to support them. I agree that we should build a wall between the US and Mexico to stop illegal immigration. I also think that people have the right to own guns and provide protection for their family and homes. I think we need to put America first and not worry about people in other countries before our own people. I am against Obama Care and think that the system needs to be repealed. In my opinion all the Affordable Care Act has done is raise the cost of healthcare and forced those that cannot afford it to either purchase health insurance they can't afford or pay a fine for something that should be their own choice and not dictated by the government.

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

I am a Republican because I believe this country needs to get back to its roots of values and pride. I believe there are many issues we are facing as a nation that tarnish our proud heritage. I think our current president is doing the best he can to make us great again! I am a republican because I want purity and safety for my friends and family. I think there is a lot of abuse of our social services that should be benefiting our struggling citizens, especially our veterans. I am a Republican because it's the right way to be.

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

I am a Democrat because I believe in the principle of equality. I believe that people are equal regardless of their race, religion, orientation, etc. I believe that the Democratic platform is much more fair to all people. I believe that the Democratic party is the only of the two parties that seriously wants to address issues like income inequality and the decline of the middle class. I believe in science, reason, and thought and those concepts have found no home in an extremist Republican party whose only concern is maintaining power. My values hold me closer to the Democratic party and I am a part of it because to me it is the substantially lesser of the two evils. They do a better job, although still not a great one, at separating church and state. The Republican party still holds trickle down economics up as if it has been shown to benefit anyone but the wealthy. The Republican party members in power use economic success as the only metric for our country's success. They disparage minority groups and use them as scapegoats for bigger problems that we face as a society. They perpetually play both the bully and the victim where they attack people and when being called on it they say they're being treated unfairly.

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

I am a democrat because the leaders in the Democratic party seem to stand behind and support the same issues as myself. I was completely behind a Democrat in the last election because they spoke of free healthcare for everyone. I am a single parent who cannot afford insurance for my family. We've seen it work in other countries, the U.S. should be a leader and example in free healthcare. One of the other things this candidate proposed was free college education. This seems absurd to most, but I feel it is very doable, by the right leaders, Democratic leaders.

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

I am a democrat because the policies of the party reflect more closely to my own personal feelings than the policies of those on the right. I am pro choice, pro gun control and for a more inclusive society overall. I believe all immigrants should be granted citizenship and welcomed immediately after arriving in our country. I am a union member and proudly support it. I believe those on the right are racist and uneducated violent morons. I want free healthcare for all Americans and see this as a birth right not a political issue. I am a democrat because they are for the poor and needy.