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 progressive thinker. I am a Democrat because I believe this country is headed in the wrong direction. I believe that medical insurance is a right for all and the government should pay for it. I believe we should open the borders and let people from other counties come in. As a Democrat, we should have an open-door policy. I am a Democrat because I believe we should have free education for all. That means that all students graduating from High School or young adult that want to attend High School can do so. This would be best for our country.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
There are many reasons why I am a proud Republican. First off, I am a member of a great church. I enjoy going to church every Sunday with my family. I love being a great Christian. Second, I believe in the second amendment, the right to bear arms. My husband is a hunter and I sleep with a handgun in my nightstand. I want to protect my family and feel myself and all Americans need guns to protect themselves. These Democrats will NOT take my guns away. Third, I believe in life. I cannot believe there are people out there who want to kill their babies. It makes me so sick to my stomach. Babies have a right to live.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe that in our country, the poor should have the same opportunity for success as the rich. I believe in universal healthcare, the decriminalization of marijuana, and that women should have the right to choose. I am a Democrat because I believe that the other party is only out to make sure that the rich get richer. I am a Democrat because I wish to support the party who is advocating for paid parental leave and assistance with childcare. I would never support the party who wants to slash vital support for those who struggle to make ends meet.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a DEMOCRAT because I believe that change is what we should always strive towards. We should always move to include individuals from all aspects of life, not exclude them because they are different. It is our differences that makes us strong, not weak. It is our differences that have caused us to be such a thriving country. Differences should be embraced, and accommodations should be made for everyone. Why slow down inevitable change when the momentum of progress can be increased by supporting it? It's people like Donald Trump who will slow us down, but never stop us.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I would rather see a poor child fed or a devastated neighborhood rebuilt before reducing taxes on those making so much money that they can live where such things are never seen. I am a Democrat because I don't believe that the oil, insurance, and pharmaceutical industries deserve obscene windfall profits and tax breaks while so many Americans can't afford gas to get them them to work or health care and prescription drugs to keep them alive. I am a Democrat because I believe that the rich can take care of themselves pretty well, but that the poor and disadvantaged need and deserve the help of a compassionate government. I am a Democrat because at my fundamental core, I like people more than things. Because I think that my having money does not mean that others don't deserve a decent life. Because I feel that there is more power in hope than in fear.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
America isn't meant to just be the greatest place on earth for just a few people, it's meant to be the greatest place on earth for everyone. For too long, the people in power have done everything in their power to stay in power and keep themselves and their rich friends at the top of the food chain while holding everyone else down. While everyone may not ever have true equality, we should do everything possible to try and make it happen. Every American deserves an equal opportunity to achieve greatness. No political party is perfect, but the Democratic party is the one that has the highest ideals that we should all strive for.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a democrat because I believe in liberal ideas and almost always agree with the decisions made by the democratic leaders in our country. My beliefs strongly align with other democrats in our country and I feel a sense of solidarity with people who support the democratic party. I am rarely able to relate to or associate with republicans in our country as most of their views and beliefs seem different and extreme. I sometimes wonder how it is possible for someone who have such conservative values and thinking, especially when it comes to immigration and gay marriage licenses. Equality is very important to be and it can only be possible in a liberal country.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe that compassion and being conservative is best for those of us who are struggling. We are problem solvers which is what the world needs today. People need to take responsibility for themselves and their actions. I believe that some of the same positions the party stands for I have as well. While not a strong Republican they still align better with what I believe. There seems to be so much rhetoric with the Democrats right now. I don't believe the President was ever really given a chance and that right now everything is so drawn out and just using up taxpayer money for things that are ridiculous.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican. I believe in small government and low taxes. I believe in capitalism unfettered by unnecessary government regulations. I believe everyone can and should make their own way in life. If someone is not able to work they should be helped at the local community level through churches and other organizations, not by the government. I believe in traditional values and traditional families. I believe the Constitution was ordained by God and that the United States is an exceptional country and should be held up as standard for the rest of the world. I believe every life is precious and that life begins at the moment of conception. I believe in the real America.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a democrat because the democratic party's beliefs are the closest to my own. I think that the democrats are looking out for the greater good, moreso than the republicans and I want to support that. I think that the democrats are more open minded and I believe that is what is important in times like these. they are not afraid of change and are looking to change things for the better whereas the other party seems to be stuck in their ways and does not want to change the status quo. I am a democrat because I believe in what the party is trying to do.
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