Social Issues

“Progressive”
we should be a nation that values personal freedom, expression, and diversity. vs Traditional

“Multiculturalism”
we should celebrate and embrace cultural diversity. vs Assimilation


Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage? 
Yes

First Amendment
Should the government support a separation of church and state by removing references to God on money, federal buildings, and national monuments? 
Yes, but do not waste money removing existing references

Religious Freedom Act
Should a business be able to deny service to a customer if the request conflicts with the owner’s religious beliefs? 
Yes, but the owner must post a sign stating their beliefs and what they refuse
The business should not have any government protections. They should be held personally liable for all their action

Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies? 
Yes, we should respect all cultural traditions

Confederate Flag
Should states be allowed to display the Confederate flag on government property? 
No, and ban any public display of the flag

Planned Parenthood Funding
Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood? 
No, and the government should not give funds to any organizations
NGOs should be fully funded by the communities they support and donations

Women In Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? 
Yes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men

Gender Identity
Should “gender identity” be added to anti-discrimination laws?
Yes

Lgbt Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? 
Yes







Anyone should be able to enter into a consensual contract with anyone else
allow anyone to marry

Abortion
legal in all cases
government should not be involved
family and medical issue
provide affordable birth control

Muslims
should not be scrutinized more than others
If person immigrates from terrorist supporting country, scrutinize more

Diversity
makes country better

Environmental protections
everyone must be involved
govt may not be taking right measures

Hard work and determination to get ahead
networking, it’s about who you know
there are people who work over 40 hours a week and can’t get ahead
it’s about having a talent/resource that people will pay a lot of money for.

Why blacks can’t get ahead
perpetuated situation
racial discrimination or personal responsibility
It depends on the situation
Both could be a factor

It is not necessary to believe in god to have morals and values
It is necessary to value the lives/worths of others

marriage and having children
is an individual decision
should not be prioritized
community should be a priority

success in life
considering the nature of this economy
your power to succeed
forces outside of your control

sexuality
Mind your own business
it’s not your place to discourage other people’s behavior if they don’t hurt others

privacy and freedom
safety
not mutually exclusive

equal opportunity
there is more work to be done