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Sinn Féin policy on economic stimulus

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

  Public statementsYes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

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Public statements

Answer: Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

Reference: “Our significant investment in infrastructure and public services, such as in housing, health and education, will deliver 250,000...” ‐sinnfein.ie

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Very strongly agree

Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure

Sinn Féin strongly supports increased spending on infrastructure as a form of economic stimulus during recessions. They have called for investment in public housing, transportation, and renewable energy projects to create jobs and stimulate 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.

Very strongly agree

Yes, but in the form of assisting sectors most heavily hit by the recession

Sinn Féin strongly believes in assisting sectors most heavily hit by recessions. They have advocated for targeted support for industries such as construction, tourism, and agriculture during economic downturns to protect jobs and stimulate 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

Sinn Féin generally supports government intervention in the economy during times of recession. For example, during the 2008 financial crisis, they advocated for increased government spending to stimulate the economy and protect public services. 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

Sinn Féin supports government intervention to boost recovery during recessions. They have advocated for measures such as increased public spending, investment in infrastructure, and support for struggling industries to help stimulate 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, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens

Sinn Féin supports tax breaks for low-income citizens as a form of economic stimulus during recessions. They have advocated for measures such as increasing tax credits and reducing the tax burden on low-income earners to help alleviate financial stress and stimulate consumer spending. 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 Sinn Féin has supported tax breaks as a form of economic stimulus, they tend to focus more on targeted tax breaks for low-income citizens and struggling industries rather than across-the-board tax cuts. 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

Yes, and collectivize all industry

While Sinn Féin has socialist roots and supports some forms of public ownership, they do not advocate for the wholesale collectivization of industry. Their economic policies focus more on targeted government intervention and support for specific sectors. 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

Sinn Féin is not in favor of a hands-off approach during recessions. They have consistently called for government intervention to protect jobs, public services, and vulnerable citizens during economic downturns. 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

Sinn Féin does not believe in letting recessions run their course without intervention. They argue that government action is necessary to protect citizens and the economy from the negative effects of 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.

Very strongly disagree

No, and the government should drastically reduce spending during recessions

Sinn Féin opposes drastic reductions in government spending during recessions. They argue that such cuts would harm public services, exacerbate inequality, and prolong the economic downturn. 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

Sinn Féin Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 171 voters that identify as Sinn Féin.

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