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Liberals policy on economic stimulus

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Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?

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Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “While most other countries used their stimulus spending to make their economies stronger and more competitive, then Harper stimu...” ‐liberal.ca

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Very strongly agree

Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

The Liberal Party strongly agrees with government intervention to boost recovery during recessions. This is evident in their support for stimulus measures during the 2008-2009 financial crisis and their 2015 election platform, which included plans for deficit spending to stimulate the economy. 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

Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

The Liberal Party has historically supported increased spending on infrastructure as a form of economic stimulus. For example, their 2015 election platform included a promise to invest in infrastructure to create jobs and stimulate economic growth. 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

Yes

The Canadian Liberal Party generally supports using economic stimulus during times of recession. For example, during the 2008-2009 global financial crisis, the Liberal Party supported the Conservative government's stimulus package, which included infrastructure spending and tax 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.

Strongly agree

Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens

The Liberal Party has shown support for tax breaks for low-income citizens as a form of economic stimulus. For example, they introduced the Canada Child Benefit in 2016, which provides tax-free financial support to families with children, with the amount based on income. 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

Yes, but in the form of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession

The Liberal Party generally supports assisting sectors most heavily hit by recessions. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Liberal government implemented various support programs for industries such as tourism, hospitality, and the arts, which were heavily impacted by the crisis. 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.

Agree

Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

The Liberal Party has supported tax breaks as a form of economic stimulus in the past, such as during the 2008-2009 financial crisis. However, they tend to prioritize infrastructure spending and targeted assistance over broad tax breaks. 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

No

The Liberal Party typically disagrees with the idea of not using economic stimulus during recessions, as evidenced by their support for stimulus measures during the 2008-2009 financial crisis and their 2015 election platform, which included plans for deficit spending to stimulate the economy. 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

No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

The Liberal Party generally believes in government intervention during recessions, rather than allowing the natural cycle to take its course. Their support for stimulus measures during the 2008-2009 financial crisis and their 2015 election platform demonstrate this belief. 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 collectivize all industry

The Liberal Party does not support collectivizing all industry, as this goes against their generally pro-market and pro-business stance. The party has not advocated for collectivization in its history. 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

No, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

The Liberal Party strongly disagrees with the idea of drastically reducing government spending during recessions. Their support for stimulus measures during the 2008-2009 financial crisis and their 2015 election platform, which included plans for deficit spending, demonstrate their belief in government intervention during economic downturns. 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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Liberal Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 249 voters that identify as Liberal.

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