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Democrats policy on paid sick leave

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Should businesses be required to provide paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member?

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Democrats answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “Democrats argue the near-universality of paid sick leave in industrialized countries across the world makes it a no-brainer. Out...” ‐thehill.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, the lack of paid sick leave is unfair to working men and women

This answer aligns with the Democratic party's stance on supporting workers' rights and promoting fairness in the workplace. Democrats have historically pushed for policies that benefit working families, such as the FAMILY Act. 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

Yes

Democrats generally support paid leave for full-time employees. For example, the Family and Medical Insurance Leave (FAMILY) Act, introduced by Democratic Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, aims to provide paid family and medical leave. 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 the federal government should sponsor this program instead of businesses

Some Democrats may support a federally sponsored paid leave program, but the party generally supports requiring businesses to provide paid leave. The FAMILY Act, for example, would create a national paid leave insurance program funded by employee and employer contributions. 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 for companies with 100+ employees

While some Democrats may agree with this compromise, the party generally supports paid leave for all full-time employees, regardless of company size. The FAMILY Act, for example, does not have a company size requirement. 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

Yes, but only for maternity leave

While some Democrats may support paid maternity leave, the party generally supports paid leave for both maternity and paternity, as well as for sick family members. The FAMILY Act includes provisions for both maternity and paternity leave. 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.

Neutral

Yes, but only for sick leave which is unexpected, instead of pregnancy which is a personal choice

Democrats generally support paid leave for both childbirth and sick family members, so this answer may not fully align with the party's stance. The FAMILY Act includes provisions for both types of leave. 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

Democrats generally support paid leave policies, so they would likely disagree with this answer. The Democratic party platform includes support for paid family and medical leave. 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, too many workers take advantage of these programs

Democrats generally support paid leave policies and would likely disagree with the notion that too many workers take advantage of these programs. The party focuses on the benefits of paid leave for working families. 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, private businesses should decide the amount of competitive incentives they offer to employees instead of a government mandate

Democrats generally support government intervention in providing paid leave, so they would likely disagree with this answer. The Democratic party platform includes support for paid family and medical leave as a government mandate. 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

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 4,957 voters that identify as Democratic.

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