The Ideological Turing Test

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

I am a Republican because I believe in a free market and less government encroaching on the lives of citizens and the practices of businesses. I believe in hard work as the path to success. In America, there are plenty of opportunities for anyone to succeed and have a comfortable life if they are willing to put in the work and not try to leech off of free money from the government, or take money from wealthy people who worked hard to achieve what they have. I also support strengthening our borders, though not necessarily by building a wall, but rather by putting more money into border patrol and technological security measures. There is nothing racist or immoral about focusing on taking care of the people who are citizens of the country first. I think it's fine to support humanitarian work, but people who cross the borders illegally are breaking laws and that makes them criminals. There's no reason to be letting criminals freely into the country. My family has also owned guns for many years, and we are responsible users, like most gun owners are, so I believe in protecting gun rights.

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

I believe in the freedoms this country was founded on. We are a unique country and as such, we should maintain the vision of the founding fathers. We should secure the borders that many brave soldiers died to protect in the past. I support immigration but am firmly against illegal immigration. As a Republican, I believe that illegal immigration can bring in individuals that aren't vetted and thus, pose a threat to the public. As Americans, we should not have to copy the other governments of the world because our country is unique. That's why socialism would never work here, no matter how hard others may try to force it upon us. Republicans get a bad rap but we are merely trying to preserve the values that has made America the superpower it is today.

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

I am democrat because i believe in freedom. freedom to be who I am as well as for all persons to be treated fairly and have the opportunity to become the best person they can. I believe in science and the science behind global climate change. It is beyond my comprehension that any person belie they are superior just because of how they were born. or not believe in solid facts that the earth is changing and there are ways man can make difference . I also believe all persons have rights and we need to support those persons to be the best they can. Financial support of education, the arts and people who struggle are basic necessities. We do not need to endlessly fund wars and be the policemen to the world. If you are gay, straight or anywhere in between we all have the same rights

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

I haven't always been a Republican. When I was young I was a pretty strong democrat. I wanted free healthcare. I wanted reduced and honestly free college tuition. I supported gun control even though I never really wanted to own a gun. I believed all these things until I joined the workforce and met someone called the IRS. You see, the government requires a little thing called taxes. These taxes pay for government expenses and when you increase expenses on things like free healthcare and college tuition your state and federal taxes rise. I didn't care at first because I never made enough money but soon I moved to a new tax bracket and saw how much really is taken out of my paycheck. After this I started to educate myself on politics and what I thought would benefit me and my family. I saw the faults in the democratic platform and how republican more aligned with my interests and needs. I don't hate democrats or independents, I just think the country is more successful and fulfilling under a republican ran platform.

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

I am a republican because I believe in small government. I believe most decisions should be mande by local policy makers. I think the federal government should only regulate inter state commerce and run the military and other security efforts. I think low taxes stimulate the economy and allow more people to get their ideas and products into the market place. I think markets should run with the minimum of regulations and not be hampered by people who live far away telling them what they can and can not do to maximize their profits. I think republicans do a better job of preserving personal freedoms.

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

I am a Democrat because I feel the Democratic party has the best interests in mind for our country. Being a Democrat means that I believe that what has made our country great are the people who worked hard. Immigrants for example, have worked very hard and for do little to help make this country great. It takes all kinds of people from all kinds if backgrounds working together to achieve greatness for our country. Being a Democrat also means that I believe those from lower socio- economic backgrounds can rise above their circumstances to achieve many things like a college education. Being a Democrat means that I see makes and females as equals and should be treated as such, fir example equal pay for equal work. Being a Democrat, I have a great interest in ensuring equality for all Americans not just a priveledged few.

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

I am a REPUBLICAN because I first registered Republican to get in better with my boss even though I was a diehard liberal. But while registered as a Republican I started to read the campaign literature of Republican candidates and some of it made good sense. In comparison, the Democrats running in these races seemed kneejerk and unable to take a reasoned view of issues. The Democrats ran nasty campaigns and seemed to rely on labor votes to win, not caring about other voters or their needs. In office, the Democrats were corrupt. So gradually, over a period of time, I shifted to being Republican because they are more reasonable and helpful politicians, locally, in my state and nationally. I don't agree with all Republican positions on issues, but I now consider myself to be a Republican.

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

I am a republican because I align with conservative values and I want a smaller and limited government. I think that we the people are being over taxed and and over regulated. While I do tend to support President Trump and his policies I still think that the government is too over reaching. Republicans have no problems calling themselves and each other out when mistakes are made, unlike democrats who will cover for each other until the end of time no matter how bad something is. Being pro life is important to me as well. I believe you should be able to do whatever you want to as long a you don’t hurt anyone else, and being pro choice or pro abortion as they are now doesn’t meet my one rule for life.

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

I believe that the world climate is changing rapidly and it will be irreversible unless something is done, NOW! That the Paris Climate Accord is valid and should have been ratified by the senate and that Donald Trump should have honored to work done by the previous administration. I believe the so called 'emergency' at the border is concocted and that all peoples, regardless of race, should be allowed to enter the country and accorded free medical treatment and offered jobs that no one else will take. That 'Obama Care' should allow for all within the borders of our great land to take advantage of for their relief from suffering.

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

I am a Democrat because the beliefs and platform of the Democratic party are very close to my own views and beliefs. I agree with the Democratic stance on a woman's right to choose. No state or division of the federal government should tell a woman what she can and can not do with her own body. I agree with the Democratic stance on immigration. We need a clear, defined path to citizenship. We also need protections for children born to immigrants or illegal aliens in this country. I also agree with the Democratic stance on common sense gun reform laws. We need background checks for all gun sales and a ban on assault style weapons. The Democratic stance concerning LBGQ citizen's rights are also in line with my own views.