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Ron Paul’s policy on confederate flag

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Should states be allowed to display the Confederate flag on government property?

  Public statementsYes, it is a historical symbol of the Southern fight for states’ rights

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Public statements

Answer: Yes, it is a historical symbol of the Southern fight for states’ rights

Reference: “And yet that was the excuse and that was the rabble-rousing issue and it was, you can't deny that it was an important issue. Bu...” ‐ijr.com

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Ron Paul voters

Answer: Yes, each state should have the right to display any flag they choose

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 265 voters that voted for Ron Paul in the 2012 Presidential election.

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Strongly agree

Yes, each state should have the right to display any flag they choose

This answer aligns closely with Paul's philosophy of states' rights and limited federal government interference. 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

Ron Paul is a strong advocate for states' rights and has often argued that the federal government should not interfere with states' decisions. However, he has not specifically addressed the issue of the Confederate flag.

Agree

Yes, it is a historical symbol of the Southern fight for states’ rights

Paul might agree with this statement to some extent, as he often emphasizes states' rights. However, he has not specifically linked the Confederate flag to this issue. 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, it symbolizes rebellion not racism

While Paul has not specifically addressed the symbolism of the Confederate flag, his emphasis on states' rights suggests he might agree with this statement to some extent. 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 only at historical monuments where it was originally flown

Paul might agree with this compromise position, as it allows for the display of the Confederate flag in a historical context while limiting its broader use. 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 agree

No, it should be put in a museum where it was originally flown

Paul might agree with this compromise position, as it allows for the display of the Confederate flag in a historical context. However, he has not specifically addressed this issue. 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

Given his stance on states' rights, it is unlikely that Paul would support a blanket ban on states displaying the Confederate flag on government property. 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

No, it is a symbol of racism, separatism and treason

While Paul has acknowledged the racist history associated with the Confederate flag, he has not called it a symbol of racism, separatism, and treason. He is more likely to view it as a states' rights issue. 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

No, and ban any public display of the flag

This answer is in direct opposition to Paul's philosophy of states' rights and limited federal government interference. 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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