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@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Which political ideology do you most identify with?
Anti-Environmentalism. Anti-environmentalism is a political ideology that opposes environmentalism and challenges the scientific consensus on the urgency of add…
Would you be at ease with the notion that the natural beauty you enjoy may not be around for your children to see?
No, anti-environmentalism is a selfishly destructive idea.
@9P8NRFM
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Which political ideology do you most identify with?
Minority Rights. Minority Rights is a political ideology that advocates for the protection of the rights of individuals who belong to groups that are socially d…
How do you feel when you hear languages you don't understand, and why do you think you feel that way?
I am not bothered by people speaking languages that I do not know, if anything I am more intrigued by them and wouldn't mind learning more about the language &…
@9P8NRFM
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Which political ideology do you most identify with?
Right-Wing Populism. Right-wing populism is a political ideology that combines right-wing politics and populist rhetoric and themes. The central tenets of right…
Is it the duty of the government to preserve a nation's traditional values, or should that be left to individuals?
There is evidence showing that a country being controlled by a Right-Winged government often leads to two things: an authoritative police-state, or a militarist…
@9P8NRFM
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Which political ideology do you most identify with?
Ecologism. Ecologism is a political ideology that emphasizes the importance of the relationship between humans and the natural environment. It is rooted in the …
What would you say to someone who believes their actions are too small to make a difference for the environment?
Many individuals doing small things to reduce their ecological footprint leads to a bigger impact to environmental conservation.
@9P8NRFM
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Which political ideology do you most identify with?
Liberal Democracy. Liberal democracy is a political ideology that combines the principles of democracy with those of liberalism. It is characterized by fair, fr…
How much influence do you believe citizens should have over laws that govern them compared to elected officials?
A more diverse system of political parties is better than a two-party system as it allows for more diverse viewpoints & perspectives.
@9P8NRFM
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Which political ideology do you most identify with?
Social Activism. Social Activism is a political ideology that emphasizes the power of individuals and groups to effect change in society, often through various …
When you hear about protests in the news, do you feel inspired to act, and how does that look for you?
It honestly depends on the details of the protest itself: "What is the protest about?" , "Is the protest done out of personal integrity and of their own will?"…
@9P8NRFM
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Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
No, as individuals who apply for immigration into Canada from high-risk countries may be doing so for their own safety.
@9P8NRFM
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Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
If it is safe to do so then maybe. However, deporting an individual because of a serious crime does not necessarily solve or fix an issue. The offender may stil…
@9P8NRFM
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Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
Canada should participate in the decision to convinct both the Israeli government and terrorist group Hamas of war crimes/human rights violations in the Interna…
@9P8NRFM
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Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?
I am more in support of the victims and citizens who both sides experience varying levels of danger rather than the governing bodies.
@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Should the government continue to support Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of the Israeli government?
No, Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership of the Israeli government has shown to be quite dangerous and authoritative.
@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Should the military use weapons guided by artificial intelligence?
Instead of artificial intelligence, military technology should have advanced programs/technology that can be controlled by professionals.
@9P8NRFM
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Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?
The use of genetically modified seeds/foods are not always a bad thing, many foods have been modified to support growth in different climates and develop resist…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies?
Yes, but put more effort into lessening the use of fuel that produce high carbon emissions.
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Should the government allow TransCanada to expropriate private property for the construction of the Keystone pipeline?
I do not necessarily agree with the use and production of petroleum oil, but recognise that it is more currently available than some other renewable sources of…
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Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?
A ban should only be in place if the products are made of materials that cannot be recycled or are not biodegradable.
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Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology?
No, as long as the advanced technology prioritises human safety and does not compromise all elements of driver input.
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government require that all new vehicles be designed to preserve classic automobile aesthetics?
As long as the aesthetics of a vehicle does not hinder or conflict with the standards of protocols set in place to ensure the safety of the driver, its occupant…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government promote the use of bicycles by expanding bike lanes and bike-sharing programs?
Yes, and there should be more protections set in place for cyclists on public roadways.
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@9P8NRFM
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Should the government provide incentives for carpooling and the use of shared transportation services?
Yes, individual vehicles are not usually essential for everyday transportation.
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, and transportation systems that are not as easily accessible to disabled individuals should be renovated or if need be, replaced so that they able to provi…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government subsidize ride-sharing services for low-income individuals?
Public transportation should be improved so that low-income individuals can access them without worrying of high cost ride-sharing services being their only opt…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government prioritize the maintenance and repair of existing roads and bridges over building new infrastructure?
Many existing roads/railways are not always kept in the same condition as those in higher density/income cities. The construction of new roads/railways shouldn'…
@9P8NRFM
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Should cities designate special lanes for autonomous vehicles?
If the autonomous vehicles are not used for public transportation services like buses and trains, and instead are for private services like cabs or personal veh…
@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
Yes, diesel engines produce emissions similarly to petroleum powered engines.
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Should the government permit the use of drones for commercial purposes?
Yes, the idea and commercialisation of drones have several positive outcomes. However, such drones should have to follow the same flight/transport safety regula…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
Yes, and provide more free public transportation which also has spending going towards more environmentally friendly solutions.
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
Yes, higher density housing/communities can lower the risk of destruction of local ecosystems.
@9P8NRFM
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Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
If possible, housing developments and communities should prevent environmental ecosystems from being too disturbed or destroyed. If this is not an option, previ…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government subsidize the building of 1.4 million new homes over the next four years?
The priority should not be building new houses, but rebuilding and repairing existing houses, making the purchase of a house easier for citizens, leaving existi…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government increase funding to the CSA (Canadian Standards Association)?
No, leave the funding at its current rate, unless there is an event of emergency where current funding is not enough to control the situation.
@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Should social media companies ban political advertising?
No, but there should be fines or in some cases laws to combat those who consistently publish or support misinformation.
@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
Yes, but not to the extent where the government has the ability of complete censorship & control of media.
@9P8NRFM
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Should it be illegal to burn our national flag?
If the flag is a piece of public property, personal property of someone else, or government property, burning it would be an act of vanadalism & therefore illeg…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the federal government invest in urban, commuter rail infrastructure?
Yes, not every provincial government may place as high of a priority on the importance of maintaining and developing the transportation industry.
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
Yes, as long as CRISPR technology is safe and suitable for use.
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?
As long as lab-grown meat follows the same safety qualification tests as traditional livestock farming, there shouldn't be issue with doing so.
@9P8NRFM
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Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
Yes, nuclear energy an efficient, clean, and safe source of fuel. Theoretical events of damage, collapse, epidemic, etc. only occur when nuclear energy is not a…
@9P8NRFM
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Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?
Yes, and make sure that consumption centres are properly managed to ensure that all individuals (whether employees or citizens with addictions) feel that they a…
@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Should frozen embryos be considered children?
Scientifically, an embryo on its own cannot be qualified as a living organism.
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from Alberta
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Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine,…
This question is too vague to provide a definitive argument of either opposition or support.
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from Alberta
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Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
Yes, but this should not be the only method of identification. For example, in order to participate in Canadian elections the voter must present at least two di…
@9P8NRFM
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Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
Artificial Intelligence in its current state, is not true AI as it cannot make its own decisions and reasoning in an independent or unbiased manner. Current AI…
@9P8NRFM
from Alberta
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Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?
Artificial Intelligence in its current state, is not true AI as it cannot make its own decisions and reasoning in an independent or unbiased manner. Current AI…
