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 Republican because…”
I am a REPUBLICAN because it is what my parents were any I like their views on two different matters. I chose this reluctantly cause the other option has become so much more corrupt. I think that pro life is the way to go and it is the only thing that makes sense to me. I dislike the republican party, but I had to choose it cause the other option just did not make any human sense to me and it seemed like a reach to be a part of something that disregarded the experience we all have as humans.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because it seems that Democrats have always been on the side of the ordinary, hard-working American. They advocate for a fully funded Social Security system, which protects the elderly and infirm. They advocate for a robust Medicare and Medicaid program, so that people will not need to worry about how to pay for medications if they are elderly or poor. They support revising the immigration system, but do NOT support separating children from their parents or sending children who were born in this country to their parents' home country, which they have never visited. And they understand that climate change exists, the environment must be protected, and if there is going to be a tax break, it should go to working Americans, not to the richest ones.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
My parents were democrat and I was raised as one. My views are that of a democrat. I believe in abortion rights, same sex marriage, better healthcare, and better immigration rights. I believe government should reward businesses only after they have created jobs for Americans. I think a free enterprise system for working and middle class is a great idea. I believe in limited government and limited big business. I believe the rich don't always earn their wealth, and the poor frequently aren't to blame for their poverty. No one should be homeless, jobless, or neglected. I think prisons should be violent criminals, not drug addicts.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a REPUBLICAN because I believe the strength of our nation lies with the individual and that each person's dignity, freedom, ability and responsibility must be honored. I believe in equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability. I believe government must practice fiscal responsibility and allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn. I believe the most effective, responsible and responsive government is government closest to the people. Each of these thoughts fills my mind with the firmness to follow this path that we undertook as citizens of a country that carries with it the desire for the freedom of every individual. God bless America
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat becuase I think it is more important to tax the rich and feed the poor than it is too make sure that all wealth stays where it is. I believe that people should have access to health cared no matter what their wealth is. I think that the environment is an important issue and that climate change is real and that we have to start doing something about it I think that minorities are still more likely to be harassed by the police in this country and that's not fair. Mostly, I just think that the United States should be for all of her people and not just the elite.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Republican because…”
I am a Republican because I bleed red, white and blue. I believe in doing what's good for the country and bringing morals back to this country. I want what's best for the establishment and to bring back the values that our forefathers established. I want to see America succeed while following the constitution. I want to oblige to God's word. It's the truth, the way, and the destination. I believe that being a Republican is the only true American way. I don't want to be liberal I like being conservative and holding onto my values. This is being a true American.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I believe everyone should have a choice in democracy. I believe that women should have the same rights as any male. I believe that we should all have equality of living and that there should be no major difference in income through out society. I believe that have a right to care for those that need help and that includes those in other countries that are not as fortunate as those in our own. It is important to society that we all voice our opinion and make it known to others how we believe and why we believe that way.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am democrat because i believe the people have the right to a basic standard of living. I believe that we should have the rights of healthcare and education to be distributed among those who need and want it. I believe that in our society we should have a basic compassion to one another and help each other achieve great things together. I want to see diversity be celebrated in the every aspect in our lives, from work to schools. I want all the children to be able to have a a chance to reach their potential just like every body else.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I am a Democrat because I think that people are responsible for one another and that we cannot rely on people's inherent goodness to create income equality and provide care for those who are disadvantaged. Income inequality has become a huge problem. Republicans think that trickle down economics is the solution even though the inequality has grown under Republican leadership. Democrats favor creating policy that address institutionally-based imbalances. I also hold a strong value of separating church and state. This means that I value women's right to choose. I also tend to value women in general and believe that policies should not be made by men governing women's bodies. I believe in basic human dignity and in protecting the least powerful among us, which clearly positions me as a Democrat.
The following statement was written based on the prompt: “I’m a Democrat because…”
I have knowledge that our so called leader is not doing his job. He makes false statements about his financial situation. I believe that all people should be rewarded for being in this country. We should help all of the oppressed people and the people with more than their fair share of the money can help more. If more people would voice their opinion about the wall that Trump wants to build we would not even have to put up with the ridiculous notion. More people like teachers also need to be compensated better and have more benifits. I miss Obama!
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