Foreign Policy › European Union
Should the Netherlands withdraw from the European Union?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, but renegotiate the terms of our monetary contributions |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTPro-choice, and providing birth control, sex education, and more social services will help reduce the number of abortions |
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be required to learn the Dutch language?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but the government should provide free language learning courses |
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Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, as long as it is safe for them to return to their country |
the Economy › Taxes
Should the Netherlands raise taxes on the rich?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, keep the current tax structure |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
the Environment › Environmental Regulation
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, and the current government is over-regulating businesses |
Healthcare › Healthcare Privatization
Should there be more or less privatization of hospital and healthcare services?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTLess, and provide more government funding |
Domestic Policy › Government Surveillance
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, and enact legislation preventing government surveillance of citizen communications |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTRegardless, this should be decided at the state level |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to the Netherlands be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender |
Housing › Rent Control
Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, private prisons will sacrifice quality of care and rehabilitation services for profit |
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?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, increase consumer incentives to recycle these products instead |
Foreign Policy › EU Authoritarian Sanctions
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments?
Education › University Tuition
Should tuition at public universities be free?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, but tuition costs should decrease based on family income |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
Immigration › EU Migrant Quota
Should the EU impose a quota of migrants per country?
Housing › Green Spaces
Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in the Netherlands, have the right to vote?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote |
Immigration › High Risk Immigrant Ban
Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, I do not believe in the death penalty |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
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)?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, this would allow them to remove competition, create artificial scarcity, and increase prices |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the national minimum wage?
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
Foreign Policy › United States of Europe
Should the EU evolve into the United States of Europe?
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should the Netherlands raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTIncrease for large multinational corporations but lower for small businesses |
Foreign Policy › EU Army
Do you support the creation of a European Army?
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, the government should not determine what is fake or real news |
the Economy › Inheritance Tax
Should the Netherlands abolish the inheritance tax?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, it is double taxation |
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should the Netherlands transition to a four-day workweek?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, and require overtime pay for work over four days per week |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, as long as it was not a felony, violent, financial, or sexual crime |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the Netherlands increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTDecrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should the Netherlands increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTDecrease, until we drastically reduce our national budget deficit |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
Domestic Policy › Video Surveillance
Should the government increase video surveillance in public places?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, and the government has gone too far in the invasion of privacy of citizens |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but with parental permission |
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should the Netherlands increase or decrease military spending?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNeither, we should create a European military defense system instead |
Foreign Policy › European Commission
Should the European Commission be dismantled?
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should the Netherlands provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, and require a public audit each year they are in office |
Housing › Foreign Real Estate Investment
Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors?
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, these types of donations just turn into bribes |
the Economy › VAT Rates
Should VAT rates be increased or decreased?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTDecrease, but only on food and medicine |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTFewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, this should be decided after the current war ends so we avoid a third world war |
Transportation › Eliminating Traffic Laws
Should the government eliminate all traffic laws and rely on voluntary compliance?
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, focus on ending tax evasion instead |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
Foreign Policy › Israel
Should the Netherlands continue to support Israel?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, we should not give aid to any foreign nations |
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, athletes should compete based on the biological sex that is listed on their birth certificate |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, fund national and local programs instead |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
Immigration › Migrant Children
Should the children of migrants who live in French territories be allowed to join their families?
the Environment › Genetically Modified Foods
Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTHelp, but ban their ability to make political donations |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should the Netherlands assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, they should be captured and given a fair trial |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it |
Foreign Policy › Central EU Agency
Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency?
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, but the doctors should be required to disclose that the advice contradicts contemporary scientific consensus |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country?
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, this is a waste of time and money |
Education › Student Exchange Programs
Do you support the increase of the EU budget for student exchange programs like Erasmus+?
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
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?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, drug abuse should be treated as a health issue, not a criminal issue |
Transportation › GPS Vehicle Tracking
Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety?
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but only for cryptocurrencies that hold stable value without price fluctuation |
Elections › Political Party Subsidies
Should political parties receive money from the government?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, funding should come from their members |
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
Technology › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
National Security › Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications
Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
Foreign Policy › Post Brexit UK
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU?
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should Dutch citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?
Science › Genetic Engineering
Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?
National Security › National Identification System
Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud?
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of the House of Representatives?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards
Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
the Economy › Greece Bailout
Do you support the EU bailout of Greece?
Housing › Foreclosure Assistance
Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure?
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the Dutch flag?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Science › CRISPR Technology
Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, adjust them yearly for cost of living |
the Economy › Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership
Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)?
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTNo, and citizens should be allowed to protect their savings from reckless fiscal policies or subjugation |
Technology › Self Hosted Digital Wallets
Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control?
Transportation › Advanced Automotive Technology
Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology?
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?
MDD>MDD ChatGPTYes, but only if it’s truly decentralized and cannot be manipulated by any person, group, or government agency |
Immigration › Common Asylum System
Should the EU establish a common asylum system with standardized procedures and shared responsibilities among member states?
Science › Space Exploration
Should the EU invest more heavily in its own space exploration and satellite programs?
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
Transportation › Congestion Pricing
Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas?
Healthcare › Marketing Unhealthy Products to Youth
Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?
Immigration › Freedom of Movement
Should the EU restrict the freedom of movement to better control immigration and security?
Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates
Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?
Domestic Policy › EU Federalism
Should the EU take steps towards a more federal structure, similar to the United States of America?
Crime › EU Legal System Integration
Should the EU move towards a more integrated legal system with uniform civil and criminal laws across all member states?
National Security › Cross-border Payments
Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, and North Korea)?
Foreign Policy › AI Warfare Ethics
Should the military use weapons guided by artificial intelligence?
Crime › Restorative Justice Programs
Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?
Science › Lab Grown Meat
Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?
the Economy › Single Digital Market
Should the EU prioritize the completion of a single digital market to ensure uniform access to digital services across all member states?
the Economy › EU Capital Market Union
Should the EU create a capital market union?
Transportation › Traditional Automotive Design
Should the government require that all new vehicles be designed to preserve classic automobile aesthetics?
