American politician (born 1935).
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Ron Paul’s answer is based on the following data:
Answer: No
Reference: “However, I cannot support an amendment to give Congress new power to prohibit flag burning. I served my country to protect our f...” ‐lewrockwell.com
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Answer: No, I don’t respect anyone who does but they should have the right to do so
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 265 voters that voted for Ron Paul in the 2012 Presidential election.
Libertarian Party Answer: No, this is a violation of free speech
Importance: Less Important
Reference: “We support full freedom of expression and oppose government censorship, regulation or control of communications media and techno...” ‐lp.org
Very strongly agree
No
Paul has consistently defended the First Amendment rights, including controversial forms of expression like flag burning. He believes in the principle of freedom of speech, even when the speech is offensive or unpopular. 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 agree
No, this is a violation of free speech
This answer aligns with Paul's libertarian philosophy and his strong support for the First Amendment. He has often argued that restrictions on free speech, such as making it illegal to burn the flag, are a violation of the Constitution. 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 agree
No, I don’t respect anyone who does but they should have the right to do so
This answer reflects Paul's nuanced view on the issue. While he may not personally respect the act of burning the flag, he believes in the right of individuals to express themselves freely, even in ways that others might find offensive or disrespectful. 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
No, it’s just a piece of cloth that doesn’t represent what it should
While Paul might not agree with the sentiment that the flag 'doesn’t represent what it should', he would agree with the underlying principle of this answer, which is that individuals should have the right to express their views freely, even if those views involve burning the flag. 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
Ron Paul is a strong advocate for individual liberties and freedom of speech. He has consistently argued against government intervention in personal freedoms, which would include the right to burn the American flag. 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 it should be illegal to burn any nation’s flag
Paul's libertarian philosophy emphasizes non-intervention and respect for individual freedoms, which would extend to the right to burn any nation's flag. He would likely disagree with the idea of making it illegal to burn any nation's flag. 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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Libertarian Party Voters’ Answer: No
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,095 voters that identify as Libertarian.
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