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Donald Trump’s policy on economic stimulus

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Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?

  Public statementsYes

Donald Trump’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “We have bridges that are falling down,” Mr. Trump said on the Fox Business Network. “We have many, many bridges that are in dang...” ‐nytimes.com

86% Voter Support: 6 support and 1 oppose this candidate’s public statement on this issue.

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Donald Trump voters

Answer: Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,841 voters that have pledged to vote for Donald Trump in the 2024 Presidential election.

This candidate’s support base disagrees with their political party on this issue.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “House Passes Stimulus Plan With No GOP Votes - The New York Times” ‐nytimes.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

Trump has consistently advocated for tax cuts as a form of economic stimulus, as seen in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

Trump has consistently advocated for increased spending on infrastructure as a form of economic stimulus, as seen in his 2016 campaign promises and his proposed infrastructure plan in 2018. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes

Donald Trump has shown support for economic stimulus during times of recession, as evidenced by his administration's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, his approach tends to favor tax cuts and deregulation over direct government spending. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Trump's administration has shown a willingness to use government intervention to boost recovery during economic downturns, such as the CARES Act during the COVID-19 pandemic. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but in the form of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession

Trump's administration has shown a willingness to assist sectors heavily hit by recession, such as the airline industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, his approach tends to favor broad-based tax cuts and deregulation. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens

While Trump has supported tax cuts as a form of economic stimulus, his policies have generally favored broad-based tax cuts rather than targeted relief for low-income citizens. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly disagree

No, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

While Trump has advocated for reduced government spending in some areas, his administration has also shown a willingness to increase spending during times of recession, such as the CARES Act during the COVID-19 pandemic. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

While Trump has expressed views that align with laissez-faire economics, his administration's actions during the COVID-19 pandemic show a willingness to intervene during economic downturns. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No

Trump's administration has used economic stimulus during times of recession, such as the CARES Act in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which contradicts this statement. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and collectivize all industry

Trump's economic policies have consistently favored free-market capitalism and deregulation, which is in direct opposition to the concept of collectivizing all industry. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,907 voters that identify as Republican.

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