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Choose issue All issues What is your stance on abortion? Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology? Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing? Should the military use weapons guided by artificial intelligence? Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics? What could make this app better? Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications? Should artists be held to the same reporting and disclosure requirements as hedge funds, mutual funds, and public companies when selling their artwork? Should the government regulate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles? Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes? Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit? Should the government promote the use of bicycles by expanding bike lanes and bike-sharing programs? Should the government classify Bitcoin as a legal currency? Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? Should the EU work towards a closer relationship with the UK post-Brexit, including potential re-entry? Should a budget surplus fund tax cuts, cost-of-living support, and public services? Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies? Should the government provide incentives for carpooling and the use of shared transportation services? Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency? Should the government enforce a cap on CEO pay relative to the pay of their employees? Should the government cap childcare fees to improve affordability? Should the EU impose strict trade rules on China in order to protect its economy? Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government? Should the EU establish a common asylum system with standardized procedures and shared responsibilities among member states? Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas? Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate? Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? Should there be a minimum corporate tax rate set across the EU to avoid tax competition between member states? Will you get the Covid-19 vaccine once it is ready? Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID? Should the government require people to wear face masks in public during the COVID pandemic? Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems? Should convicted criminals have the right to vote? Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications? Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, and North Korea)? Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies? Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment? Should the EU increase funding for cultural initiatives that promote European heritage and diversity? Should elected Members of Parliament in Northern Ireland be able to sit and participate in the Dáil? Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies? Do you support the death penalty? Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet? Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs? Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment? Should cities designate special lanes for autonomous vehicles? Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles? Should the government increase penalties for distracted driving? Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country? Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use? Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty? Should immigrants to Ireland be allowed to hold dual citizenship status? Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession? Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations? Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date? Should the government eliminate all traffic laws and rely on voluntary compliance? Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees? Should the EU prioritize achieving complete energy independence from non-EU countries? Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job? Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use? Should the EU should form its own army independent of NATO? Do you support the creation of a European Army? Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments? Should the EU create a capital market union? Should the EU create an energy union? Do you support further enlargement of the EU to include more countries from the Western Balkans? Should the EU take steps towards a more federal structure, similar to the United States of America? Should the EU adopt a shared fiscal policy and budget among member states to stabilize the economy? Should the EU move towards a more integrated legal system with uniform civil and criminal laws across all member states? Should the EU impose a quota of migrants per country? Should the European Commission be dismantled? Should Ireland withdraw from the European Union? Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15? Do you believe there should be an EU-wide tax on financial transactions Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle? Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety? Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers? Should the EU impose stricter limitations on fishing quotas to preserve marine ecosystems? Should it be illegal to burn the Irish flag? Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste? Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure? Should Ireland increase or decrease foreign aid spending? Should Ireland assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries? Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections? Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors? Should Ireland transition to a four-day workweek? Do you support the practice of hunting foxes with dogs? Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? Should the EU restrict the freedom of movement to better control immigration and security? Should repeat offenders be entitled to free legal aid? Should the free tuition fees scheme be available to foreign students? Should the government regulate airline frequent flier programs? Should frozen embryos be considered children? Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles? Should the government ban gambling? Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage? Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza? Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments? Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods? Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment? Should the government fund research into geoengineering as a way to combat climate change? Should online payment platforms be forced to report all transactions over $600 to the IRS? Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers? Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt? Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails? Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety? Should the EU cut greenhouse emissions to net-zero by 2050? Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks? Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws? Should there be more or less privatisation of hospital and healthcare services? Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings? Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? Should the government provide subsidies for the development of high-speed rail networks? Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property? Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services? Should the Chinese government be able to extradite fugitives from Hong Kong? Should the EU take a more active stance in foreign conflicts where human rights violations are reported? Should immigrants be required to learn English? Should the government increase temporary housing to accommodate immigrants and refugees? Should the government provide social welfare benefits to foreigners? Should the penalty for traffic violations depend on the driver’s income? Has the government done enough to lower inflation? Should the government abolish the inheritance tax? Should the Irish language remain a compulsory subject on the national curriculum? Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel? Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more? Should the government suspend trade with Israel due to the Israel-Hamas conflict? Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat? Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy? Should major public events include land acknowledgment statements? Should laptops be banned on all direct flights departing from the Middle East? Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases? Do you support the legalisation of Marijuana? Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food? Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus? Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? Should the children of migrants who live in French territories be allowed to join their families? Should Ireland end its traditional policy of military neutrality? Should Ireland increase or decrease military spending? Should the government raise the national minimum wage? Should parents lose custody for intentionally misgendering their child? Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud? Should the government continue to support Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of the Israeli government? What is another question you would like to see added to this quiz? What is another public opinion question that would be interesting to ask? Should Ireland adopt a public healthcare system similar to the NHS in Britain? Should girls be allowed to wear the niqab or burka in Catholic Schools? Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies? Should the power-sharing provincial government be restored in Northern Ireland? Do you support the use of nuclear energy? Should Irish citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts? Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? Should social media companies ban political advertising? Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU? Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding? Should the government increase taxes on private equity executives? Should the government hire private companies to run prisons? Should the government shift from private rentals to public housing to improve affordability? Should the government reduce public sector borrowing? Should the government increase spending on public transportation? Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent? Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration? Should the government subsidize ride-sharing services for low-income individuals? Should the EU enforce a universal right to repair for all electronic devices sold in its member states? Should the government prioritize the maintenance and repair of existing roads and bridges over building new infrastructure? Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals? Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran? Should the Seanad be a wholly elected body? Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control? Should the EU prioritize the completion of a single digital market to ensure uniform access to digital services across all member states? Do you support a single-payer healthcare system? Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers? Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure? Should funding for social housing be increased? Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation? Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators? Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current social welfare benefits? Should social welfare recipients be tested for drugs? Should the EU invest more heavily in its own space exploration and satellite programs? Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession? Should the government enforce a “stay-at-home” order to combat the coronavirus? Should the government tax stock buybacks? Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students? Do you support the increase of the EU budget for student exchange programs like Erasmus+? Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases? Should the World Bank and International Monetary Fund provide financial aid to the Taliban government in Afghanistan? Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country? Should Ireland raise taxes on the rich? Do you support tax policies that target high earners, banks, and luxury sectors? Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty? Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google? Should there be term limits set for members of the Dáil Éireann? Should the government ban TikTok? Do you support the negotiation of trade agreements that include strict labor and environmental standards? Should the government require that all new vehicles be designed to preserve classic automobile aesthetics? Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)? Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth? Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities? Should Ireland abolish university tuition fees? Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? Should the U.S. and NATO use military forces to defend Ukraine from a Russian invasion? Should Ukraine join NATO? Should Ireland provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine? Do you support a united Ireland? Should the EU evolve into the United States of Europe? Do you support a universal basic income program? Should private businesses have the right to ask customers for their vaccination status? Should the government issue vaccine passports? Should VAT rates be increased or decreased? Should water charges be abolished? Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations? Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers? Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? Should the government fund the World Health Organization? Should the EU implement a union-wide policy to combat youth unemployment specifically?
