the Environment › Environmental Regulation
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
Social › Animal Rights
Should the government ban cultural ceremonies that involve the killing of animals for entertainment?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, and the government should do more to protect the treatment of animals |
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTPro-choice, and providing birth control, sex education, and more social services will help reduce the number of abortions |
Foreign Policy › European Union
Should Portugal withdraw from the European Union?
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Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, hire professionally trained security guards instead |
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, incentivize private companies to address this issue instead |
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender |
Education › University Tuition
Should tuition at public universities be free?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, but free for low-income students with excellent grades |
Domestic Policy › Government Surveillance
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only by court order |
Healthcare › Healthcare Privatization
Should there be more or less privatization of hospital and healthcare services?
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, and disallow politicians that are under investigation for a crime |
the Economy › VAT Rates
Should VAT rates be increased or decreased?
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should Portugal raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTLower, but eliminate deductions and loop holes |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only if their hormone levels are equivalent to those in the gender category in which they compete |
the Economy › Taxes
Should Portugal raise taxes on the rich?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTReform to a flat tax |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, preventing women from serving in combat roles is discriminatory |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but with parental permission |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country?
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but after they have finished serving their sentence |
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, I do not believe in the death penalty |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, there is too much fake news and misinformation on social media |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTFewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most |
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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, and ban all disposable products that are not made of at least 75% of biodegradable material |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics |
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, focus on ending tax evasion instead |
Foreign Policy › European Commission
Should the European Commission be dismantled?
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only to address security threats, not monetary interests |
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should Portugal remain in NATO?
Domestic Policy › Video Surveillance
Should the government increase video surveillance in public places?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only in places where crime rates are high |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
the Economy › Inheritance Tax
Should Portugal abolish the inheritance tax?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, it is double taxation |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
LDP>LDP 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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, and require a public audit each year they are in office |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test |
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should Portuguese citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but allow people to use private insurance |
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, adjust them yearly for cost of living |
Immigration › EU Migrant Quota
Should the EU impose a quota of migrants per country?
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn the Portuguese language?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but the government should provide free language learning courses |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
Foreign Policy › United States of Europe
Should the EU evolve into the United States of Europe?
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in Portugal, have the right to vote?
LDP>LDP 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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, I think businesses should require vaccination but not by government mandate |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should Portugal increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should Portugal assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, they should be captured and given a fair trial |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead |
Foreign Policy › European Union Countries
Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15?
the Economy › Bonus Cap
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, any worker should be rewarded based on their success |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but limit the amount they can donate |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, this is a waste of time and money |
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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, this is necessary to reduce the drug overdose death rate |
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
LDP>LDP 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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
the Environment › Genetically Modified Foods
Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to Portugal be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, unless they have committed a crime |
Foreign Policy › EU Authoritarian Sanctions
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments?
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should Portugal provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only provide humanitarian aid |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, this will decrease the amount of misinformation patients receive |
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should Portugal increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTIncrease, but only for countries that have no human rights violations |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only if the information was legally obtained |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only for medical use |
Foreign Policy › Backstop
Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, keep the EU bloc’s single market and its customs union |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment |
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, as long as the tax revenue will eventually exceed the tax incentives |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should Portugal continue to support Israel?
LDP>LDP 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?
LDP>LDP 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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, increase funding and training for police departments in higher crime rate communities |
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine |
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, only for employees that commit acts of discrimination |
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?
LDP>LDP 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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should Portugal increase or decrease military spending?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNeither, we should create a European military defense system instead |
Foreign Policy › Post Brexit UK
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU?
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)?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, this would allow them to remove competition, create artificial scarcity, and increase prices |
the Economy › Gig worker tax reporting
Should online payment platforms be forced to report all transactions over $600 to the IRS?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, unless the transaction is considered income |
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?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only if it’s truly decentralized and cannot be manipulated by any person, group, or government agency |
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts |
Foreign Policy › EU Army
Do you support the creation of a European Army?
the Economy › Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership
Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but with more transparency |
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTYes, but only for cryptocurrencies that hold stable value without price fluctuation |
the Economy › Greece Bailout
Do you support the EU bailout of Greece?
Domestic Policy › TikTok Ban
Should the government ban TikTok?
LDP>LDP ChatGPTNo, this is a violation of free speech |
