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Ron Paul’s policy on alternative energy

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Should the government give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?

  Ron Paul voterbaseNo, end all tax credits and subsidies to the energy industry

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Ron Paul voters

Answer: No, end all tax credits and subsidies to the energy industry

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 293 voters that voted for Ron Paul in the 2012 Presidential election.

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Libertarian Party Answer: No, end all tax credits and subsidies to the energy industry

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “"[G]overnment should not be subsidizing any particular form of energy. We oppose all government control of energy pricing, alloc...” ‐lp.org

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Very strongly agree

No, end all tax credits and subsidies to the energy industry

This statement aligns perfectly with Paul's views. He has consistently argued for ending all government subsidies and tax credits to the energy industry, believing that the market should determine which energy sources are most viable. 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

No

Paul has consistently opposed government subsidies and tax credits for specific industries, including the energy industry. He believes that these distort the market and lead to inefficient outcomes. 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, and the government should never support unproven technologies

Paul has expressed skepticism about the government's ability to effectively promote new technologies and has argued that such efforts often lead to waste and inefficiency. However, his opposition is not specifically tied to the 'unproven' nature of the technologies. 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, wind power is an inferior alternative to oil, coal, and nuclear power

Paul might agree with the sentiment that wind power is inferior to other energy sources, but his agreement would be based on market outcomes, not a predetermined bias against wind power. 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

Ron Paul has consistently advocated for a free market approach to energy and against government subsidies. He believes that the market, not the government, should decide which technologies and industries succeed. 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, wind power is the best alternative to coal and natural gas

While Paul may agree that wind power is a viable alternative to coal and natural gas, he would not support government subsidies or tax credits to promote it. He believes that the market should determine which energy sources are most viable. 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, the government should support more sustainable energy technologies

While Paul may support the development of more sustainable energy technologies, he does not believe that the government should play a role in promoting them through subsidies or tax credits. 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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