Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, as long as it is safe for them to return to their country |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery |
the Economy › Taxes
Should Japan raise taxes on the rich?
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in Japan, have the right to vote?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote |
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should Japan increase or decrease military spending?
DC>DC ChatGPTIncrease, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced |
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Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the national minimum wage?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and make it a living wage |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, this would increase the risk of accidental shootings |
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of the House of Representatives?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should Japan raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
DC>DC ChatGPTIncrease for large multinational corporations but lower for small businesses |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, there is too much fake news and misinformation on social media |
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to Japan be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, unless they have committed an act of terrorism |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, too many people are innocently convicted |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the Japanese flag?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, this is a violation of free speech |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but only to protect the country from human rights violations by a tyrannical ruler |
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, as long as they have finished serving their sentence |
Immigration › Citizenship Test
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
DC>DC ChatGPTMore, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
DC>DC ChatGPTIncrease, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost |
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country?
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and require a public audit each year they are in office |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, any citizen that pays taxes should be allowed to vote |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing |
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions |
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but they should be strictly regulated to prevent mismanagement and corruption |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples |
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?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, but increase tax incentives for companies that make biodegradable products |
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should Japan increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
DC>DC ChatGPTIncrease, but only for countries that have no human rights violations |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but limit the amount they can donate |
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
DC>DC ChatGPTPro-choice, and providing birth control, sex education, and more social services will help reduce the number of abortions |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, I do not believe in the death penalty |
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, adjust them yearly for cost of living |
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but only if their hormone levels are equivalent to those in the gender category in which they compete |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should Japan provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and increase the current amount of resources we are providing |
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, I think businesses should require vaccination but not by government mandate |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but allow people to use private insurance |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but provide treatment for those testing positive |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies |
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?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, drug abuse should be treated as a health issue, not a criminal issue |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and increase the amount |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, as long as treatment is not subsidized by the government |
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, if the company promises to create new jobs by hiring local residents |
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should Japan transition to a four-day workweek?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and require overtime pay for work over four days per week |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, but the doctors should be required to disclose that the advice contradicts contemporary scientific consensus |
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?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, this would reduce wealth inequality by providing more transparent, affordable, and inclusive access to financial services |
Education › University Debt Accountability
Should universities be held financially accountable if graduates, with degrees leading to lower income jobs, default on their student loans?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, it is the student’s responsibility to manage their financial outcome |
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, provide subsidies to private companies that compete to build the best network instead |
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, but the government should create an official digital currency |
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts |
the Economy › Gig worker tax reporting
Should online payment platforms be forced to report all transactions over $600 to the IRS?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, unless the transaction is considered income |
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
the Economy › Surcharge Ban
Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, the government should focus on preventing monopolies and cartels instead |
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, and all schools should require mandatory diversity training |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
DC>DC ChatGPTNo, our government needs experienced leaders |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, but increase oversight |
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
DC>DC ChatGPTYes, replace police with unarmed community based responders for non-violent calls |
