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Something along the way today reminded me of what explains Independents, those who are neither registered as Democrats or Republicans. I have long felt that Independents simply don't follow politics all that closely and/or don't know much about politics and/or don't know much about what either party platform really stands for and/or don't really know where they stand within the political spectrum and/or...?
To this end, I have long had in mind to develop a tool and/or questionnaire that would help people figure out what party they should support. I haven't done that yet, but until then there is this that might help those of you who either don't know and would like to find out or maybe just confirm what you think you already know in these regards.
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Apparently I am a "solid liberal" that Pew describes as follows:
"Generally affluent and highly educated, most Solid Liberals strongly support the social safety net and take very liberal positions on virtually all issues. Most say they always vote Democratic and are unflagging supporters of Barack Obama. Overall, Solid Liberals are very optimistic about the nation’s future and are the most likely to say that America’s success is linked to its ability to change, rather than its reliance on long-standing principles. On foreign policy, Solid Liberals overwhelmingly believe that good diplomacy – rather than military strength – is the best way to ensure peace."
Based on some of the descriptions, I would say it's fairly accurate. Most in this group feel gay people should be accepted, many in it call themselves moderates, most are college educated or financially stable (I'm in college), and few consider religion to be overly important in their lives. As a whole, they're more socially liberal and open to new sorts of ideas but are fairly moderate, and in some cases quiet conservative, on economic issues.
It's not a perfect fit, but I always tended to see myself as being very moderate, but usually leaning to the left. I value compromise above winning though.
Based on some of the descriptions, I would say it's fairly accurate. Most in this group feel gay people should be accepted, many in it call themselves moderates, most are college educated or financially stable (I'm in college), and few consider religion to be overly important in their lives. As a whole, they're more socially liberal and open to new sorts of ideas but are fairly moderate, and in some cases quiet conservative, on economic issues.
It's not a perfect fit, but I always tended to see myself as being very moderate, but usually leaning to the left. I value compromise above winning though.
I hear you, and I would say the survey is fairly accurate as well, but I did have to think a bit about some of the questions where I really felt I could go either way. For example, the description of "Solid Liberal" (me), includes this statement, "Solid Liberals overwhelmingly believe that good diplomacy – rather than military strength – is the best way to ensure peace."
Again, I could go either way on that choice depending on what considerations are factored, but I happened to pick military strength as the best way to ensure peace. I guess the rest of my answers kept me in the "Solid Liberal" camp nevertheless...
This relatively young, largely independent group holds a mix of conservative and liberal views. And while more lean toward the Republican Party than the Democratic Party, Young Outsiders generally express unfavorable opinions of both major parties. They are largely skeptical of activist government, as a substantial majority views government as wasteful and inefficient. Yet many diverge from the two conservative typology groups – Steadfast Conservatives and Business Conservatives – in their strong support for the environment and many liberal social policies. Compare groups on key issues.
I'm a next gen left. For not liking the questions that much, that category fits pretty well. Apparently I'm pretty typical of people in my demographic, with bystanders being the other big category.
It's pretty accurate though... Supports free trade, favorable view of wall st. though big corporations get too many benefits, supports immigration, not too distrustful of governmental actions but pretty wary about expanding the social safety net. Liberal views on social stances...
Something along the way today reminded me of what explains Independents, those who are neither registered as Democrats or Republicans. I have long felt that Independents simply don't follow politics all that closely and/or don't know much about politics and/or don't know much about what either party platform really stands for and/or don't really know where they stand within the political spectrum and/or...?
I think there are some faulty assumptions here. I know about politics, I know what the parties say they stand for, and I know where I fall on the political spectrum. The parties are not about ideology though, at least not the two main ones. They are about gaining and maintaining power first and foremost, and craft their messages around what they believe will help them do that. They have had a corrosive effect on the political climate. Far too many people form their political opinions based on what the parties say, rather than deliberating for themselves.
The test is biased to give a more favorable view to those with liberal leanings. It scored me 'next generation left', yet while I am very liberal on all social issues and see the most salient investments in terms of global economy, I am very much a fiscal conservative, or libertarian.
The test is biased to give a more favorable view to those with liberal leanings. It scored me 'next generation left', yet while I am very liberal on all social issues and see the most salient investments in terms of global economy, I am very much a fiscal conservative, or libertarian.
According to the description, many in that demographic are skeptical of expanding social welfare, favor capitalism, and have more positive feelings in regards to Wall Steet's effect on the economy. I don't think that's inconsistent with being a fiscal conservative.
It was on fairly on target with my description, however I don't see this as anything new. Slightly different flavor, but I've seen these things before..
Something along the way today reminded me of what explains Independents, those who are neither registered as Democrats or Republicans. I have long felt that Independents simply don't follow politics all that closely and/or don't know much about politics and/or don't know much about what either party platform really stands for and/or don't really know where they stand within the political spectrum and/or...?
To this end, I have long had in mind to develop a tool and/or questionnaire that would help people figure out what party they should support. I haven't done that yet, but until then there is this that might help those of you who either don't know and would like to find out or maybe just confirm what you think you already know in these regards.
If you would like, perhaps to get a demographic of C-D visitors to this thread, please take this quiz and post your results.
Apparently I am a "solid liberal" that Pew describes as follows:
"Generally affluent and highly educated, most Solid Liberals strongly support the social safety net and take very liberal positions on virtually all issues. Most say they always vote Democratic and are unflagging supporters of Barack Obama. Overall, Solid Liberals are very optimistic about the nation’s future and are the most likely to say that America’s success is linked to its ability to change, rather than its reliance on long-standing principles. On foreign policy, Solid Liberals overwhelmingly believe that good diplomacy – rather than military strength – is the best way to ensure peace."
The test you linked it stupid as it is completely linear. It is only capable of telling you how Republican or Democratic you are.
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