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 the things that I value are more aligned with the progressive agenda than that of the conservative one. I feel that society as a whole requires change, that going forward, effort needs to be made to better serve the communities that make up our country, and the world. I am a democrat because I want to work towards bettering this country and the lives of everyone within it, because I believe that everyone deserves life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, regardless of race color or creed. I am a democrat because I want to pursue green energy and work to undo the damage caused by humans to our climate, and the world at large, to create a world I'll be proud to leave to my children instead of one breathing its last gasps as they enter it.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I can relate to their beliefs. I believe that everyone should be given a choice to determine what they want with their body. Men can decide what they want and why can't women? Women re not murderer and we can still think reasonably about abortion. Women who recklessly do abortion can be a Democrat or Republican because stupid people are in both parties. I also believe that gun control is important. I value traditional values but I think it is important to regulate guns so people who have access to gun are the right person. We are not in a war and mostly we need it to protect ourselves. Gun violence has been going up recently and very concerning. Please don't let gun harms your family, kids, loved ones before we do something about this. School is not safe anymore. US is the only country that permits gun and we are not more safe than other countries. Democrats don't want to take your guns. We just want to regulate and control how and who use it.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in old-fashioned family values and always being among the righteous. When we follow the liberal way, it sets us on a dangerous path. First, it starts with gun control. Then, it's the right to raise my children the way I see fit. What's to stop them from coming up with more cockamamie methods of control and harming my freedom? The Republican Party backs my views as an American. They stand for what is right, just and moral. I back them because they are willing to fight for me, my values and my right to be me.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I don't like how the Democrats want run the country when we have a Democratic President/Congress in charge. I believe that everyone is responsible for their own place within society. Democrats should not believe they deserve certain rights ""just because"". The United States is a place of opportunity for those who actually want to take it. I think that the government should interfere only when needed. Otherwise, it should let people live their own lives unless there is a big division that requires interference. We need to work on protecting our national freedom first. It is noble to try to help people around the world, but we need to start focusing on ourselves first.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe in the goals they represent. I think people should be allowed to enter our country without barriers so they can take part in the American dream. I also believe in womens right to have an abortion, whether her life is in danger or not it is a woman's choice! The fight over gun control is also a big deal for us Democrats! It should be way more difficult for anybody to get a firearm period! I also agree with universal health care as a general human right and should be freely accessible to everyone!
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I WAS NOT ALWAYS A REPUBLICAN, MADE THE PARTY CHANGE WHEN MR. TRUMP TOOK OVER THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. PRESIDENT TRUMP HAS SHOWN THE AMERICA PEOPLE THAT THE DEMOCRATS ARE OUT FOR THEIR SELF'S AND NOT THE AMERICA PEOPLE. AND NOW THE DEMOCRATS WANT TO TAKE AWAY OUR RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS. (GUN CONTROL). THE DEMOCRATS ARE SO OUT OF TOUCH WITH HOW THINGS SHOULD BE IN THIS COUNTRY, MEN USING THE WOMEN'S BATHROOM AND THAT'S O.K. REALLY ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!!!! IF THE DEMOCRATS WIN THE 2020 ELECTION THIS COUNTRY IS GOING TO H##L. OPEN THE BOARDERS, GIVE THOSE PEOPLE FREE EVERYTHING!!! REALLY WHEN AMERICA KIDS GO TO BED EVERY NIGHT HUNGRY. BUILD THE WALL TAKE CARE OF AMERICA FIRST!! TRUMP 2020!!!!!!!
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
The democratic party reflects my values. They are moral and competent. I am a democrat because there is diversity. Gays, women and all sorts of minority groups are democrats. Democrats are more open-minded and better informed than republicans. They support causes that I believe in such as immigration rights and universal health care. They believe that climate change is occurring and is caused by human activity. They are dedicated to protecting the environment and our natural resources. Democrats support tax cuts for the middle class and higher taxes for wealthier Americans. They are skilled at handling the economy and oppose cutting social security and medicare and other welfare programs.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I understand that the freedoms in our society are very precious and rare. I believe that our government is for the people and not to help corporations. I believe our tax dollars should be for making our education stable and high quality. I believe money spent to help our children helps them become stable and productive adults. Greed should be taken out of our government and corporations should not have control over it the people should. Those who are corrupt in our government should be help accountable for their actions and the should be investigated and prosecuted.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because growing up poor wasn't a great option for me. I decided that pulling myself up by my boot straps and hard work were the way to go. I believe in limited government and I am a Christian. I believe that many of the values the republican value align with my own less government, lower taxes, and the freedom that comes without the government butting in my business in other words economic freedom. I'm also pro-life and own many guns, I'm afraid that my guns will be taken away by the government. It's our duty as citizens to protect our 2nd amendment right.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a democrat because the beliefs of the majority of democrats align with mine. I believe in equality, social justice, feminism, the environment, that all people deserve an equal chance in life, gay rights, stronger gun control, universal healthcare and I am against capital punishment. I believe in people. No matter how much better I think a tax plan or economic plan is (which can be very nuanced), when it comes down to it I will always vote for social reasons.Although it can be with varying degrees democrats seems to embody these values. I believe in change and that we need to progress as a country.
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