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Greens policy on government spending

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Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?

  Public statementsNo, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

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Public statements

Answer: No, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

Reference: “The Green Party statewide candidates in New York today said today that they would resolve the federal budget deficit by cutting ...” ‐gp.org

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Very strongly agree

No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

The Green Party strongly supports increasing taxes on large multinational corporations, as they believe that these corporations should pay their fair share to support public services and reduce income inequality. They also advocate for closing tax loopholes that allow corporations to avoid paying taxes. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

No, reduce military spending instead

The Green Party has consistently advocated for reducing military spending and reallocating those funds to social programs, infrastructure, and environmental initiatives. They believe that a focus on peace and diplomacy is more effective and sustainable than a large military budget. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

No, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

The Green Party strongly supports progressive taxation, including increasing taxes on the wealthy. They believe that the wealthy should pay their fair share to support public services and reduce income inequality. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

No

The Green Party is more likely to support maintaining or increasing public spending to invest in social programs, infrastructure, and environmental initiatives. They believe that these investments are crucial for a sustainable and equitable society. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

No, focus on ending tax evasion instead

The Green Party supports efforts to end tax evasion, as they believe that everyone should pay their fair share to support public services and reduce income inequality. They advocate for closing tax loopholes and strengthening enforcement of tax laws. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

No, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

The Green Party is likely to agree that cuts to public spending would negatively affect the economy, as they believe in the importance of public investments in areas like education, healthcare, and environmental protection for long-term economic growth and stability. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

Yes, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials

While the Green Party may support some reductions in government official benefits and salaries, this is not a primary focus of their platform. They are more likely to prioritize progressive taxation and reducing military spending as ways to address the national debt. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

No, reduce the number of government officials instead

Reducing the number of government officials is not a primary focus of the Green Party platform. They are more likely to prioritize progressive taxation, reducing military spending, and investing in public services as ways to address the national debt. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Yes, and increase taxes

While the Green Party supports increasing taxes, particularly on the wealthy and large corporations, they generally oppose cuts to public spending. They believe that public investments are crucial for a sustainable and equitable society. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes

The Green Party generally opposes cuts to public spending, as they believe in strong social programs and public services. They prioritize investments in education, healthcare, and environmental protection, which would be negatively impacted by spending cuts. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

The Green Party does not generally support eliminating federal agencies, as they believe in the importance of a strong public sector to address issues like environmental protection, social welfare, and economic inequality. They are more likely to advocate for strengthening and reforming federal agencies rather than eliminating them. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Green Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,653 voters that identify as Green.

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