Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but allow churches the right to refuse same-sex ceremonies |
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
EC>EC ChatGPTPro-choice, and providing birth control, sex education, and more social services will help reduce the number of abortions |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, this would increase the risk of accidental shootings |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, too many people are innocently convicted |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
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Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and the government should do more to require diversity in the workplace |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the national minimum wage?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and adjust it every year according to inflation |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, as long as it was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should Portugal raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
EC>EC ChatGPTIncrease for large multinational corporations but lower for small businesses |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated |
the Economy › Taxes
Should Portugal raise taxes on the rich?
EC>EC ChatGPTLower the income tax rate and remove all existing tax loopholes for large corporations |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, as long as treatment is not subsidized by the government |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, any citizen that pays taxes should be allowed to vote |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and drastically increase taxes and import tariffs on outsourcing businesses |
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should Portugal transition to a four-day workweek?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and require overtime pay for work over four days per week |
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, social media companies are private and should not be regulated by the government |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
EC>EC ChatGPTFewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most |
Foreign Policy › Weapon Sales Ethics
Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and ban all sales to countries with human rights violations |
the Environment › Plastic Product Ban
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, but increase tax incentives for companies that make biodegradable products |
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should Portugal remain in NATO?
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and require a public audit each year they are in office |
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should Portuguese citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, I would prefer term limits instead |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but allow people to use private insurance |
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, adjust them yearly for cost of living |
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn the Portuguese language?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but the government should provide free language learning courses |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation |
Immigration › Citizenship Test
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in Portugal, have the right to vote?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, anyone who pays taxes should have the right to vote |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, I think businesses should require vaccination but not by government mandate |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
EC>EC ChatGPTHelp, but ban their ability to make political donations |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but only relative to the amount that other countries contribute |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should Portugal increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
EC>EC ChatGPTDecrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should Portugal assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, they should be captured and given a fair trial |
Foreign Policy › Gaza ceasefire
Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, this should be decided after the current war ends so we avoid a third world war |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, this is a waste of time and money |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, and political campaigns should be publicly funded |
Healthcare › Safe Haven
Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, drug abuse should be treated as a health issue, not a criminal issue |
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to Portugal be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, unless they have committed an act of terrorism |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should Portugal provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but only provide humanitarian aid |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, but the doctors should be required to disclose that the advice contradicts contemporary scientific consensus |
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should Portugal increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
EC>EC ChatGPTIncrease, but only for countries that have no human rights violations |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but only if the information was legally obtained |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment |
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, as long as the local environment is not compromised |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies |
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, provide subsidies to private companies that compete to build the best network instead |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should Portugal continue to support Israel?
EC>EC ChatGPTWe should give equal support to Israel and Palestine. |
the Economy › Surcharge Ban
Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, as long as the costs are clearly communicated before purchases |
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, replace police with unarmed community based responders for non-violent calls |
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine |
Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but they should be strictly regulated to prevent mismanagement and corruption |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the Portuguese flag?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, this is a violation of free speech |
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should Portugal increase or decrease military spending?
Domestic Policy › Net Neutrality
Should internet service providers be allowed to speed up access to popular websites (that pay higher rates) at the expense of slowing down access to less popular websites (that pay lower rates)?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet |
the Economy › Gig worker tax reporting
Should online payment platforms be forced to report all transactions over $600 to the IRS?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but the threshold should be much higher |
the Economy › Decentralized Finance
Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, this would reduce wealth inequality by providing more transparent, affordable, and inclusive access to financial services |
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts |
Housing › High density residential buildings
Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
EC>EC ChatGPTYes, but I would prefer if they were banned |
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
EC>EC ChatGPTNo, but the government should create an official digital currency |
Domestic Policy › TikTok Ban
Should the government ban TikTok?