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 believe that we need to help the masses, not the corporations. Big corporations have taken away our rights as democrats too many times thru lobbying. Using the little guy to make a profit off his back has got to stop. We need to equalize the standard of living. We need to provide a home for all the homeless and we need to decrease the divide between the rich and poor. Is it fair the wealthy get to keep all the money they have made off of us? The opioid crisis is the perfect example of corporations taking advantage of us. It has to stop.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because America is a Republic, not a democracy. The heated tempers of the day need to be moderated by divided government. Looking at history, the true dangers to personal aspirations come from authoritarian governments not from worker exploitation. From the French revolution when the demand for change and reform devolved into inter-class warfare to the Russian revolution when the old order was overthrown and replaced by a murderous regime that was willing to starve its own people in the name of progress - governments are the opponents of people who are willing to work hard in the hopes of improving the situation of themselves and their families. The Democratic Party survives by engendering outrage on behalf of those who are easily convinced that the reason they lack a good, a status, or an opportunity is because others are secretly gaming the system. They encourage Americans to blame others, covet others' property, and cease working toward a future where individuals control their own fate. Keep government out of the way and people with pride and intelligence will succeed. Place government strictures in the way and those who lack the desire for freedom will be a little better off, but hard-working strivers will be much worse off. Our creator made us to be free, not equal.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe in change. I believe that Republicans can't produce change, even if it slapped them in the face. I believe our President, is not doing at all what he should be doing and should be removed from office. Our country needs people that are purpose driven and want to see our country succeed, not someone that is going to sit on the sidelines and do nothing. I believe right now, our country is at its worst and will continue to go downhill until someone more effective is placed where they need to be. Too many things are being overlooked, when in reality we should be more focused on certain areas, such as illegal immigrants being reunited with their families over gun control.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
i AM A REPUBLICAN BECAUSE i believe in the principles of liberty, individualism, freedom of speech, freedom to pray openly and follow the word of god how i choose when it doesnt affect anyone else, because the world responds to strength and self-determination not cooperation and mob rule. because the world has reached a point where we are so free to go, say, be, or do anything that we can which is causing the moral decay of society and the erosion of all traditional societal constructs and boundaries that held our society together to where nothing makes sense or can be defined by any term so much as long as it excludes something else.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I support the constitution as written, not as a living document. I am a second amendment supporter, firearms owner, and this is non-negotiable and can be a single factor for voting. I believe that abortion is murder. Socialism is a farce. Climate change is not about the climate, it is about control. Small government and limited regulations are goals. I believe that people are responsible for themselves and the government has no place in guaranteeing results, only providing opportunities. The states have rights independent of the federal government and they are being eroded well above and beyond the plan as written.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a proud Democrat and have been since I first registered to vote at age 18. I strongly believe in a minorities rights. I fight for the equal rights of diverse races, females, gays, and transgenders. I am a crusader for underdogs and attend rallies on the weekend. I also support beach clean ups and live a green lifestyle with an electric car and solar panels on my house. I am a firm believer in a woman's right to choose and worry about the Supreme Court and its lean to the right. I am demanding gun control restrictions in this next election. We must keep our children safe and with all of the school shootings I do not have faith that can be done with gun laws as they are now. I believe that socialized healthcare should be a right for all citizens. Our country is a melting pot where everyone is welcome and we should open are arms and hearts to the immigrants and appreciate the value they bring into our country.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
BECAUSE I FEEL LIKE DEMOCRAT DO WHAT IS BEST FOR THE PEOPLES AS A HOLD THEY DON CARE WHAT COLOR OR RACE YOU ARE OR HOW MUCH MONEY YOU HAVE THEY TRY TO BE FAIR TO EVERY ONE AND THEY CARE A BOUT YOUR HEALTH AND THE PEOPLES FROM OTHER STATES AND TRYING TO KEEP EVERY THING IN ORDER AND RUNNY RIGHT AND BRING LOTS OF THE SOLDER HOME TO THERE FAMILY AND TRY TO SUPPORT THE CHILDREN IN COLLAGE BYE CUTTING THE COST AND AND INCREASING THE WAGES TO FIFTEEN DOLLARS PER HOUR SO EVERYONE CAN MAKE A LIVING.
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 Democrat because I believe that women should have the right to have an abortion if they need to. I believe that men and women should be paid the same wages for doing the same work. I believe people of any race should have an equal chance at success in the United States. I believe that we should help the unfortunate, impoverished and disabled by government programs that provide basic needs such as food, housing , and clothing. And I believe that all people deserve health care provided by the government paid for by taxing the more wealthy more heavily than the lower tier earners.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
First off I am a Republican because when a Republican president is in the office my paycheck is bigger. Next is because I feel that Republicans are more protective of America, which is important to me as a patriotic citizen. We need to stand up for ourselves at home and on the world front. Another reason I am a Republican is because of their seemingly tougher stance on people trying to take advantage of the system. I don't like anyone taking advantage of anyone. The Republican party also seemingly follows Christian beliefs. I'm not necessarily a Christian now but was raised as one and for as long as I can remember I supported the party.
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