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 support having a very open mind. I like people that have choices and are not restrained for their decisions. I like the fact that the world is finally are able to express their ideas and the Government has willingly allowed Liberal views into our world today. I feel that I am finally being heard by people for what I believe in and feel at ease with my decisions. In the end I am glad that the Government has made feel that they should not be trapped for having liberal thoughts and that we can all unite for the great views we all believe in.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I care about this country. I don't want to see my children being saddled with debt for the rest of their lives. I don't want the government stealing what I earn and giving it away to people who break into this country against the law. I don't want the government throwing money away on useless projects that just fill the pockets of sleazy contractors. I believe in keeping America safe. I am a Republican because I care about free speech, even if it hurts your feelings. And honestly, because it's funny to watch people get mad when you don't follow all the rules they make up. I am a Republican because I want to get rid of creeps like the Clintons who use their power to hurt children. I am a Republican because I value my rights and the Constitution.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in limited government. Limited government means cutting back on regulations and limiting welfare handouts. I am also a Republican because I believe in the sanctity of human life. I am pro-life and do not believe in abortion. This follows my Catholic beliefs. I am also a Republican because I believed in limited taxes and working to reduce our national debt. I do believe climate change is real, but I also think the climate changes that are causing a warming planet could simply be due to natural weather changes. Some of these changes have happened in the past and changed the climate. The little Ice Age is an example. Finally, I am a Republican because do not believe in open borders. The current crisis at the southern border is the result of past immigration policies that were too liberal.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe that the ideas the Republican party is based around are more consistent with ideals of freedom and the founding tenants of the United States. Republicans also gain ideas of the world from God, who granted the freedoms to form a nation founded on the idea that ALL men are created equal, and that no one gets any special treatment due to where they came from, or how they look. I am also a Republican because I do not like taxes, at all. I think it is wrong to take from one person and give it to another without no real benefit to whom you are taking it from. I also think that the Southern border should be protected, especially with a wall. Illegal Immigrants should be deported back to where they came from, and they should wait their turn. Other people did it, why can't they? Ultimately, I am a Republican because the Republican ideals are more in line with what the founding fathers had in mind when they created this great nation.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in low taxes and limited government spending. I think the government should be less involved with the people, and we should have more freedom in business and in life. I think the government should stay out of our affairs, and not impose their views on the people. I am Conservative on issues like abortion, gay rights, and guns. I have a moral code that I wouldn't want to be broken, go to church, and believe in the Word of God. I think people should be free to choose what is right for them as long as they are not hurting anyone else, I do believe in America, and what's best for our country.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in democracy. I believe that as Americans we should focus on Americans and America first. This means providing for legal citizens only. It also means closing borders and stopping immigration and asylum seekers from coming into the country. America has strayed far from its original values and we need to go back. Abortions should be illegal and Roe v Wade should be overturned. America should also focus more on helping middle class citizens, meaning less free handouts. Cuts should be made to welfare and people should be required to have a job if they want any kind of benefits.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I believe in freedom. I don't believe in socialism or anything other than democracy. I am a Republican because to be a Democrat is to be a Satanist and a puppet for the New World Order. I am a Republican because I don't believe in infanticide. I am a Republican because I believe in the right to bear arms. I am a Republican because I believe in capitalism. I am a Republican because I believe that we need to protect our country from illegal immigration...and that being an American is not something you can gain illegally. I am a Republican because I love God and this country and believe wholeheartedly in the constitution.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because that was how I was raised. I was raised in Connecticut and taught that everyone should be treated equally. People should not be discriminated against by their raise and everyone should have the equal chance to succeed. The policies of the Republican Party don't align with my thinking or beliefs on marriage, gay rights, religious freedom, open borders or abortion. My parents are both democrats, my children are all democrats and the majority of my friends are democrats. We are a party of rational thinkers and need to take back over Washington before the country gets out of hand.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a republican because I believe in the freedom of speech. I was actually a Democrat during the Obama years but I changed because of all the problems they created. As a Republican, we make a difference, we do not make excuses. We do not place blame on anyone. We take responsibility to change whatever is broken. We work together for America and its values of what it was founded on. Everyone is treated equal and there is actually everybody working together and not against each other to make sure the laws are addressed, as were set by our predecessors.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I believe we should help our fellow man. We need to give back to others and help each other out as if they were family. We need to get rid of racial bias by making sure things that someone could get offended by are censored. We do not need our kids to grow up thinking that we can hurt each other with words and actions no matter how minor. We want our children and future generations to be a part of something good, and equal and showing that everyone is a winner no matter how you played the game. Everyone should be entitled to the same kind of healthcare and we should take care of everyone. Immigrants should be allowed to prosper in our country and make a better life for themselves. Everyone deserves the chance to experience the American life.
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