American politician (born 1935).
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Public statementsNo, and the government should never regulate prices of private businesses |
Ron Paul’s answer is based on the following data:
Answer: No, and the government should never regulate prices of private businesses
Reference: “[INTERVENTION] COMPLETELY DISTORTS THE MARKETPLACE!” ‐voicesofliberty.com
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Answer: No, and the government should never regulate prices of private businesses
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 268 voters that voted for Ron Paul in the 2012 Presidential election.
Libertarian Party Answer: No, and the government should never regulate prices of private businesses
Importance: Less Important
Reference: “We should repeal all government policies that increase health costs and decrease the availability of medical services. ” ‐lp.org
Very strongly agree
No, limiting drug prices would also limit the investment in research and development into new life-saving drugs
Paul would likely agree with this statement. He has argued that government regulation can stifle innovation and investment in new technologies and treatments. 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
Paul's libertarian philosophy supports the idea that the government should not regulate prices, including those of life-saving drugs. He believes that the free market should determine prices. 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 never regulate prices of private businesses
This statement aligns with Paul's libertarian views. He has consistently argued against government regulation of private businesses, including those in the pharmaceutical 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.
Agree
No, but shorten the lifespan of drug patents
While Paul generally opposes government regulation, he has expressed support for reforming patent laws, which could include shortening the lifespan of drug patents. However, his support is not strong enough to warrant a full score of 5. 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 libertarian and believes in minimal government intervention in the economy. He has consistently opposed government regulation of prices, including those of life-saving drugs. 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 we should socialize medicine and healthcare
Paul is a staunch opponent of socialized medicine and healthcare. He believes in a free-market healthcare system and has consistently voted against measures that would increase government control over healthcare. 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 the government should regulate the price of all prescription drugs
Paul's libertarian philosophy opposes government regulation of the economy, including the pricing of prescription drugs. He believes that the free market should determine prices. 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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