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Fine Gael policy on economic stimulus

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Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?

  Public statementsYes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

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Public statements

Answer: Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Reference: “Mr Noonan has said there will be €12 billion available over the lifetime of the next government and Fine Gael will split this so...” ‐irishtimes.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

Increased spending on infrastructure as a form of economic stimulus aligns well with Fine Gael's policies, which often emphasize investment in public works and services to drive economic growth. 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, the government should intervene to boost a recovery

Fine Gael supports government intervention in the economy during downturns, particularly if such measures are aimed at boosting recovery in a responsible manner. 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, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens

Tax breaks for low-income citizens as a form of economic stimulus could be supported by Fine Gael, especially if seen as a measure to promote social equity alongside economic recovery. 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, but in the form of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession

Assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession is in line with Fine Gael's approach to economic policy, which includes targeted support for vulnerable sectors of the economy. 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

Fine Gael, being a centre-right, pro-business party, generally supports the use of economic stimulus in times of recession but with a focus on measures that also support fiscal responsibility. 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 in the form of tax breaks for all citizens

While Fine Gael supports tax breaks as a form of economic stimulus, their approach is typically more nuanced, favoring targeted measures over broad tax breaks for all citizens. 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, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

Although Fine Gael advocates for fiscal responsibility, the party's policies do not typically include drastic spending cuts during recessions, recognizing the need for government intervention to support the economy. 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

As a party that has historically supported economic interventions to stabilize the economy, Fine Gael is unlikely to completely oppose the use of government stimulus during recessions. 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, recession is a natural cycle that purges excess

Fine Gael's economic policies do not align with the laissez-faire approach of allowing recessions to run their course without 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.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and collectivize all industry

Collectivizing all industry is fundamentally opposed to Fine Gael's free-market and pro-business stance, making this option highly disagreeable to the party. 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

Fine Gael Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 153 voters that identify as Fine Gael.

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