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@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure?
Yes, as long as criminal or irresponsible behavior like borrowing above one’s means weren’t factors in the foreclosure
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
Yes, but only if they aren’t harassing anybody or disturbing the peace. Create more social programs to provide the homeless with basic necessities and services…
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
No, 18 is a fair age limit, but allow a minor 16 years old or above to vote if they’re already paying taxes or can pass a test demonstrating their understanding…
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
Yes, for all deadly contagious diseases unless the child reacts adversely to a certain one or is homeschooled away from the wider public. Also fund public ad ca…
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
No, boost taxes on the wealthy and large corporations and focus on ending tax evasion and eliminating wasteful spending instead
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@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
Fewer, simply ensure that benefits go to those most in need who are working hardest to improve their situation and reform the system so that it supplements rath…
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
Yes, but only reversible scientifically-proven non-surgical treatments like hormone therapy and with a parent or guardian’s approval and oversight
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should “gender identity” be added to anti-discrimination laws?
Yes, though more research should be done on the concept of "gender identity" to help determine what’s in legitimate need of protection and what isn’t
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
Yes, as long as the needs and concerns of both sides are equally addressed in any ceasefire agreement
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Do you support President Obama’s move to lift the trade and travel embargo on Cuba?
Yes, but tightly regulate any exchanged funds to ensure that none of it is out towards the Cuban government’s repressive practices
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
Yes, but only with regulations that ensure accountability and account for the risk of collateral damage or other unforeseen consequences
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the President be able to authorize military force against Al-Qaeda without Congressional approval?
Yes, but only in national emergencies when a quick response is needed. These authorizations should expire after 30 days unless congressional approval is granted
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?
No, unless a court-issued warrant is acquired showing probable cause of criminal or terrorist activity first
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
Not banned, but they should be kept somewhere safe like a refugee camp outside our borders with all basic necessities provided until they’re cleared to apply fo…
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should working illegal immigrants be given temporary amnesty?
Yes, but only if they also pay taxes and are willing to consider becoming a legal citizen. Also punish companies that hire a disproportionate amount of illegal…
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
Keep the current amount, but penalize companies that abuse this program to reduce wages and working conditions and provide more incentives to prepare our own ci…
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
Legalized immigrants should be subject to U.S. law. Illegal immigrants should be deported immediately and banned from ever returning
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?
Yes, but accompany the ban with a public educational campaign encouraging our youth to adopt healthier habits
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
Yes, but accommodate workers who react adversely to the vaccine or whose work doesn’t require them to interact with the broader public
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should social media companies ban political advertising?
Not a total ban, but these companies should be required to clearly label political ads as such and remove blatantly harmful misinformation
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Do you support affirmative action programs?
Yes, though it should be based more on academic/athletic/service achievements than solely skin color to ensure fairness for all
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
No, the death penalty should only be an option if they’re also convicted of heinous crimes like rape or murder
@9T6DN2M
from North Carolina
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Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
Yes, but require that they attend some form of rehabilitation like daily community service or mental health treatment and place them on a parole-like check-in s…
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