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…”
killing babies in the womb is a money maker, this is why we do it. I think that our new senator Cortez AOC is the ideal spokesperson for our party. She flashing and smart, our cheerleader many. I really hope she gets reelected and maybe Nancy Pelosi outstead as speaker of the the house. Of course we are waiting for the big moment of get that nucklehead President out of the Oval office and get real leadership in the white house. Since we need more voters to support the New Green Deal we really want more Illegal immagrants to come to our Country.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
My values and traditions are very important to me. Being a Republican helps me to connect with more people that have the same values. I really like the way our country is right now and I support what our President is doing about immigration and foreign policies. I think that we need the leader that we currently have (Donald Trump) in order to be a stronger and more respected economy. I have seen that our country is getting better and stronger than ever. Being a Republican makes me feel proud about myself and about our country that really needed a radical change and we finally have it right now.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I seek the greater good for myself, my family, and my country. I want to protect our country's morals, values, property, jobs, and families. I want this country to go back to a time when people actually cared about our country. I want to live in an America that I am comfortable raising and leaving my kids behind in. I feel like we worry too much about helping the wrong people instead of helping ourselves. I am a republican because my values and morals do not change with the style, mood, or weather. I am a republican because I care about my family.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I love America. I also am a republican the republican morals go hand in hand with my religious beliefs. I am pro guns and prolife. I am also in support of the wall being built to protect our borers. I feel that our President is doing a great job and I trust him very much. I truly think that he is trying very hard to make America Great again. I believe that republicans try to do what is best for this country in a fair and just way. I wish that the democrats would back off and let Trump run the country! Merica!
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a conservative. I understand the need for free market capitalism. I understand the need for a strong national defense. I understand why regulations are sometimes necessary but must be limited. I understand and respect Christian philosophy. I understand that in most cases it is a veiled form of murder to kill and unborn child because that is the most convenient thing for the mother. I understand why citizens should be allowed to have guns as defined by the second amendment. I understand that a high minimum wage will destroy too many jobs. I understand that Obamacare is just too expensive to be practical. I understand that fracking is a necessary evil that will greatly strengthen our economy and lower our dependence on foreign sources of energy. In short I understand many things that the liberal ninnies of the Democratic party, with their La La Land mindset fail to understand.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
It was evident to me back in the day that the Democrats offered stagnation and decay at best. With all the doom and gloom it was refreshing to see someone like Ronald Reagan become president of the United States. He helped to usher in an era of peace, prosperity, and a positive energy that had been sorely lacking before. Even with their stumbles to this day the Republicans seem more in line with what the United States can and should be. Remember people the Founding Fathers decided on a constitutional republic rather than a democracy or some other sort of government. Now President Trump is carrying the mantle which all too many people in government seem to have forgotten which is to make and keep America great again for all citizens rather than special people!
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in limited government. I believe that citizens should be able to live their lives without government interference in their lives. I believe that over-reaching regulations limit the ability of people and businesses to flourish and take away the freedoms that this country was founded on. I believe that everyone has an equal chance to succeed in this country. Bleeding rights and money away from Americans will not solve anyone's problems, and relying on the government is not the way to self-reliance. I believe that hard work, love of God, and love of one's country are the basic foundations of American life.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I agree with many of the positions they take, especially in terms of social issues. I don't agree with many of the positions of the RNC, who have largely been taken over by zealous evangelicals and people only out for themselves without acknowledgement of the need to preserve this great society those before us have built. I also just think that the RNC does a horrible job of offering the public good, viable, and qualified candidates. I hate Trump, hated Romney, hated Palin (although I didn't hate McCain, even if I disagreed with him on many issues), and wasn't a big fan of Bush either. I also think that continuing to espouse the value of Reagan voodoo economics is very stupid and part of the reason for so much economic disparity in the US.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a REPUBLICAN because I work hard for everything I have. I pay my taxes and expect them to be used correctly by the governmental systems. The money I share for my hard work should pay for what the government is for. It should be helping the citizens that believe in what this country stands for. It should be used locally for roads to schools and keeping everything safe and secure. Federally that money is there to keep our nation in power and securing that power for it Citizens, it's business and the nation to succeed. Republican believe in their citizen to vote for keeping a stable America. A thriving economy, and land that is free from threats from foreign entities (Governments and Business's) and foreigners in general. We as a part only want what is best for the citizens in our society. We want a future for our jobs, Government, Retirement, Economy and our Families. This is why I am a Republican
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I feel it is important to actively support a major political party. In the United States, almost all elections are won by either a Republican or a Democrat. Therefore it makes no sense to register with any other political party. Indeed, doing so could deny me the right to vote in primary elections. Some states do have an open primary system, but I live in Florida, and here if you are not registered with one of the major political parties you wouldn't be able to vote until the general election. For this reason, I am a Democrat.
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