Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, only if they have entered the country illegally |
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners, currently residing in Japan, have the right to vote?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote |
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should Japan increase or decrease military spending?
DP>DP ChatGPTIncrease, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery |
Domestic Policy › Government Surveillance
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only by court order |
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Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
the Economy › Taxes
Should Japan raise taxes on the rich?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, but lower taxes for the poor |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the national minimum wage?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, and adjust it every year according to inflation |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only if the information was legally obtained |
Education › University Tuition
Should tuition at public universities be free?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, but tuition costs should decrease based on family income |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only for horrific crimes with undeniable evidence |
Healthcare › Healthcare Funding
Should the government increase spending on healthcare?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, and do not privatize any services |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, focus on ending tax evasion instead |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should Japan raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
DP>DP ChatGPTKeep current rates but eliminate deductions and loop holes |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to Japan be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, but they should be allowed to refuse artificial life support |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of the House of Representatives?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, officials gain valuable experience and become more effective representatives over time |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the Japanese flag?
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples |
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, and the government should do more to require diversity in the workplace |
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?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, there is too much fake news and misinformation on social media |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
DP>DP ChatGPTDecrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs |
the Economy › Free Trade
Should Japan pursue free trade deals with other countries?
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country?
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, this will encourage people not to work and harm economic growth |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
DP>DP ChatGPTFewer, current benefits do not provide enough support |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?
the Environment › Environmental Regulation
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should Japan increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
DP>DP ChatGPTIncrease, but only for countries that have no human rights violations |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, as long as they have finished serving their sentence |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, and increase penalties for hate speech |
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, this will hurt our manufacturing businesses that rely on importing cheap resources to make their products |
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but limit the amount they can donate |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, but we should increase funding to offer education and skill building services for prisoners |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions |
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, private prisons will sacrifice quality of care and rehabilitation services for profit |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics |
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?
National Security › Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense
Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
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?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only if their hormone levels are equivalent to those in the gender category in which they compete |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
Housing › Foreign Real Estate Investment
Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors?
Elections › Political Party Subsidies
Should political parties receive money from the government?
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
DP>DP ChatGPTPro-choice, and providing birth control, sex education, and more social services will help reduce the number of abortions |
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?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, increase consumer incentives to recycle these products instead |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should Japan provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only provide humanitarian aid |
the Environment › Genetically Modified Foods
Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified |
Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, I think businesses should require vaccination but not by government mandate |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, this system guarantees healthcare for everyone |
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, adjust them yearly for cost of living |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
DP>DP 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?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies |
Technology › Data Privacy
Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies?
Education › University Debt Accountability
Should universities be held financially accountable if graduates, with degrees leading to lower income jobs, default on their student loans?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, we should instead focus on decreasing the cost of education |
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, this is a waste of time and money |
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but with parental permission |
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
DP>DP 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?
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, this should be decided after the current war ends so we avoid a third world war |
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?
Transportation › High Speed Rail
Should the government provide subsidies for the development of high-speed rail networks?
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
Science › CRISPR Technology
Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, but the doctors should be required to disclose that the advice contradicts contemporary scientific consensus |
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, if the company promises to create new jobs by hiring local residents |
Housing › Green Spaces
Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should Japan transition to a four-day workweek?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, and require overtime pay for work over four days per week |
Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates
Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?
Science › Lab Grown Meat
Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, but only if they use renewable energy sources |
Transportation › Congestion Pricing
Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas?
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?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, this would reduce wealth inequality by providing more transparent, affordable, and inclusive access to financial services |
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?
Housing › Rent Control
Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?
Technology › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, classify cryptocurrencies as highly regulated securities |
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, I would prefer term limits instead |
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, and all schools should require mandatory diversity training |
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
the Economy › Surcharge Ban
Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases?
DP>DP 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?
DP>DP ChatGPTYes, and all schools should require mandatory diversity training |
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
Housing › Homeless Shelters
Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?
Social › Frozen Embryos Legal Status
Should frozen embryos be considered children?
Housing › High density residential buildings
Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead |
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
DP>DP ChatGPTNo, increase funding and training for police departments in higher crime rate communities |
