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 small federal government. I believe there should be less taxation and less control of federal government in local and state affairs. We should be able to choose how we would like to do things, including what we spend our money on, who we decide to hire and how and if we choose to serve others. I believe the constitution put things in place to protect our rights from a big government, like the right to bear arms and we should be highly skeptical of anyone trying to repeal these things kept in place to protect us.

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

I am a Republican because, first and foremost, I am a capitalist. I believe capitalism is the best way to maintain democracy and equalize conditions for people. To allow this to happen, regulations on businesses must be limited. Generally speaking, Democrats favor regulation. They also generally favor higher taxes, which also inhibit business growth. Additionally, I am a devout Christian. I come from a family of devout Christians, too. Together, we all go to church every Sunday. Both I and my family believe abortion is murder. Democrats are generally in favor of this practice, which again means that I cannot support Democrats.

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

I am a democrat because, well look at the competition. Democrats may not be perfect and we've had our scandals but nothing compared to what the Republicans are putting out. Just today another cabinet member, Secretary of Labor, resigned after yesterday telling the world that he was innocent and had done nothing wrong. Nothing? He just had used his position in the state government to make sure that a convicted sex offender got a light sentence and a limo ride to his office everyday. Now this offender. Epstein is back with even worse charges. People talk about different party values but if this situation is about Republican values then I'd rather be a Democrat.

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

I am a Democrat because I believe in change. I believe that Republicans can't produce change, even if it slapped them in the face. I believe our President, is not doing at all what he should be doing and should be removed from office. Our country needs people that are purpose driven and want to see our country succeed, not someone that is going to sit on the sidelines and do nothing. I believe right now, our country is at its worst and will continue to go downhill until someone more effective is placed where they need to be. Too many things are being overlooked, when in reality we should be more focused on certain areas, such as illegal immigrants being reunited with their families over gun control.

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

I am a REPUBLICAN because I believe we have spent too many years focusing outward and ignoring our own selves in the process. In order to try and appease the rest of the world, we have undermined our own values and what made this country great initially. While the rest of the world continues to focus on itself, we have modified and degraded our beliefs to appear more compatible with their needs. The problem with this approach is we believe the rest of the world will be satisfied but we know that will never be the case. We will be continuously asked to change our values and beliefs while they refuse to do so in the name of religion and culture.

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

I am a republican because I believe in their ideals. I do not believe that people should get something for nothing. People need to work for what they have. Bernie Sanders, a democrat, thinks that everyone should have the same rights and privileges. This is ridiculous. Life is not fair! People work hard for what they have and you should not be given something just because you are too lazy to work for it yourself. I do not know where these people got the idea to give everything out for free. Nothing is free. People who are responsible save their money rather than sit on the couch and collect welfare.

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 it is extremely important to support and uphold the ideas set forth in the Constitution of the United States. I am especially concerned about infringements on freedom of speech and Second Amendment rights. My feeling is that everyone should have the right to express their beliefs without fear of retribution whether that be legal retribution from the government or some form of slander or violence deemed acceptable by people who disagree with what is being said by the individual. I believe Second Amendment rights are important because we need to be able to protect ourselves in the event that the government decides that they no longer wish to act in accordance with the things that citizens think are important. The Second Amendment was always about citizens being able to protect themselves from a tyrannical government and I believe that the need for that right is just as important these days (maybe more so) as it was when the Constitution was written. There are other reasons that I choose to be a Republican, but these two things are absolutely at the top of my list.

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

I am a DEMOCRAT because I believe in the basic principle that all people were created as equals. I believe that, as great as America is, it is also inherently unequal, and unfair. Through prejudice, economic disparity, sexism, and racism, many people are faced with insurmountable obstacles in life. It is my belief that it is the responsibility of our society to take care of one another, and to help equalize conditions for those less fortunate. Through activism, social programs and legislation, we can overcome many injustices in our country. America should not be home to the privileged, wealthy and powerful, where the majority dominate and rule. The foundation of our country is based upon diversity, and should be a place were everyone can proudly call our home.

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

I am a democrat because I believe in egalitarianism, everyone should have equal rights. I think there should be stricter rules on gun control. I believe women should be able to have abortions longer than 8 weeks. I think humans are directly effecting the climate with fossil fuels. I believe there's too many rich people who own much more than everybody else and this is where capitalism is flawed, monopolies are taking over. Bernie Sanders has a spotless past and was even arrested for standing up to school segregation in the 60's. Donald Trump is dividing the country and doesnt care who he offends with his hate rhetoric.