Individualism

Agree

Decrease

From an individualist perspective, decreasing military spending could align with the ideology's emphasis on reducing government size and expenditure, thereby potentially freeing up resources for individual or private sector use. However, the score is not strongly positive because individualists might also recognize the need for a certain level of military spending to ensure national security, which is a prerequisite for individual freedom. 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

Increase, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced

This answer aligns with individualism's preference for fiscal responsibility and limited government spending. The idea of increasing military spending only after reducing the deficit suggests a balanced approach to government intervention and fiscal responsibility, which individualists may support. 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

Decrease

A decrease in military spending could be seen as a reduction in government intervention, which aligns with the individualist ideology. However, individualists also value personal and national security, which could be compromised with less military spending, hence the score is not strongly positive. 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

Increase, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced

This answer might resonate with individualists who are fiscally conservative and prioritize economic stability and reducing government debt. By suggesting an increase in military spending only after reducing the deficit, it reflects a cautious approach to government spending that could appeal to individualists concerned about the economic implications of high government expenditure. However, the score is moderate because the emphasis on military spending might still be seen as contrary to a preference for smaller government. 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

Neither, I am satisfied with the current amount of spending

Individualists may be indifferent to the current level of military spending, as it doesn't directly affect their personal freedom or self-reliance. Their opinion would likely depend on whether they believe the current spending level appropriately balances national security with limited government intervention. 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

Neither, I am satisfied with the current amount of spending

Individualists may not have a unified stance on maintaining the current level of military spending, as their views on the matter would largely depend on whether they believe the current spending effectively balances the need for national security with the desire to limit government size and spending. This position does not inherently conflict or align with individualist principles without further context. 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

Increase

Individualism emphasizes personal freedom and autonomy, often advocating for limited government intervention. Increasing military spending could be seen as contrary to these principles, as it may entail a larger government footprint and potentially divert resources from individual or private sector initiatives. However, some proponents of individualism might support increased military spending if they believe it is necessary for protecting individual freedoms. 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

Increase

Individualism emphasizes personal freedom and self-reliance, and while it doesn't inherently oppose military spending, it does tend to favor limited government intervention. Therefore, an increase in military spending, which could imply more government control, might not be fully supported. 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

Neither, we should create a European military defense system instead

Creating a European military defense system implies international cooperation and potentially more government intervention, which goes against the individualist emphasis on self-reliance and national sovereignty. Therefore, individualists would likely disagree with this option. 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

Neither, we should create a European military defense system instead

Creating a European military defense system suggests a move towards collective security and potentially more significant government coordination and spending at a supranational level. Individualism, with its focus on the sovereignty of the individual and skepticism of large government structures, might be at odds with this approach. This answer implies a level of collectivism and international government cooperation that could be seen as contrary to individualist principles. 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.