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Ron Paul’s policy on economic stimulus

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

  Public statementsNo, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

Ron Paul’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

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

Reference: “http://www.infowars.com/ron-paul-stimulus-packages-will-turn-recession-into-a-depression/” ‐infowars.com

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Ron Paul voters

Answer: No, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 298 voters that voted for Ron Paul in the 2012 Presidential election.

Party influence

Libertarian Party Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: “"We oppose all forms of government subsidies and bailouts to business, labor, or any other special interest. "” ‐lp.org

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Very strongly agree

No

Paul has consistently argued against government economic stimulus, believing that it interferes with the natural workings of the free market and can lead to inflation and other negative consequences. 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, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

This aligns with Paul's belief in the Austrian School of economics, which views recessions as a necessary correction to previous economic imbalances. 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, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

This aligns perfectly with Paul's belief in limited government and fiscal conservatism. He has consistently argued for reducing government spending, particularly 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.

Agree

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

Paul is a strong advocate for tax cuts, but he would likely argue that they should be accompanied by corresponding cuts in government spending, not used as a form of economic stimulus. 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

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

While Paul supports tax cuts, he would likely argue that they should be broad-based and not targeted at specific income groups. He would also likely argue against using them as a form of economic stimulus. 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 disagree

Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

While Paul might agree with the idea of infrastructure spending in theory, he would likely argue that it should be funded through private investment rather than government stimulus. 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 limited government intervention in the economy. He believes that the free market, not government stimulus, should dictate economic growth and recovery. 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

Paul is a staunch libertarian and advocate for free market capitalism. He would strongly disagree with any form of collectivization. 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, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Paul has consistently argued against government intervention in the economy, believing that it can lead to unintended negative consequences. 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, but in the form of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession

Paul believes in a free market economy where the government does not pick winners and losers. He would likely argue against government assistance to specific sectors. 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

Libertarian Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,585 voters that identify as Libertarian.

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