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- Euthanasia
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- Mental Health
- Government Surveillance
- Term Limits
- Economic Stimulus
- Corporate Tax
- Fracking
- Immigrant Assimilation
- Tuition Fees
- Welfare
- European Union
- Genetically Modified Foods
- Government Spending
- Labor Unions
- Environmental Regulation
- Inheritance Tax
- Bonus Cap
- Campaign Finance
Foreign Policy issues
Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? stats discuss
Fine Gael have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should Ireland end its traditional policy of military neutrality? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Should the U.S. accept refugees from Syria? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes, we should accept 10,000 refugees Source
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections? stats discuss
Fine Gael have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel? stats discuss
Fine Gael have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Increase Source
Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Social issues
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples Source
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No Source
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Healthcare issues
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should Ireland adopt a public healthcare system similar to the NHS in Britain? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should there be more or less privatisation of hospital and healthcare services? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Less Source
Science issues
Education issues
Should the Irish language remain a compulsory subject on the national curriculum? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No Source
Should the UK abolish university tuition fees? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No, but the Student Maintenance Grant and Assistant Fund should be higher. Source
Domestic Policy issues
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes, for most but not all drugs Source
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should the power-sharing provincial government be restored in Northern Ireland? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Environmental issues
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No, and the current government is over-regulating businesses Source
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead Source
Economic issues
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No, there are too many other variables such as education, experience, and tenure that determine a fair salary Source
Should the government raise taxes on the rich? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Lower the income tax rate and remove all existing tax loopholes for large corporations Source
Should water charges be abolished? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No, but penalties should be levied on those who waste water. Source
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes, and lower the cap to 20% Source
Should the government abolish the inheritance tax? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No, but increase the tax-free allowance Source
Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Maintain the current rate Source
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: More Source
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery Source
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Hurt, I support some private unions but am strongly against public unions Source
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should VAT rates be increased or decreased? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Decrease, to provide economic growth Source
Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Immigration issues
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Should there be a temporary ban on all immigration into the country? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should the government provide welfare benefits to foreigners? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should immigrants be allowed to hold dual citizenship status? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Electoral issues
Should politicians be required to wait until the age of 65 to receive a pension? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: Yes Source
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office? stats discuss
Fine Gael voters: No Source
Should the minimum voting age be lowered? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes, but only for local and Presidential elections. Source
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: No Source
Should Irish citizens, living abroad and in Northern Ireland, have the right to vote in presidential elections? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: Yes Source
Should foreigners, currently residing in the United States, have the right to vote? stats discuss
Fine Gael’s answer: EU citizens should have the right to vote in local and european elections, UK citizens have should have the right to vote in all elections and non-EU citizens shoukd have the right to vote in local elections. Source
Criminal issues
National Security issues
Foreign Policy issues
Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the UK withdraw from the European Union? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: We need a EU not based on the interests of banks and major corporations but working people. Source
Should Ireland end its traditional policy of military neutrality? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: The safety of Irish people should come first. If that means we need to go to war to protect ourselves, so be it. But we should not go to war to fight for anything except Irish freedom. Source
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: No Source
Should the U.S. accept refugees from Syria? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes, but only accept families (no single Muslim men) Source
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Regardless, Northern Ireland and its citizens should be considered a special case during negotiations. Source
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: No Source
Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Increase Source
Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: Yes Source
Social issues
What is your stance on abortion? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Pro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child Source
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No Source
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: Yes Source
Healthcare issues
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: Yes Source
Should Ireland adopt a public healthcare system similar to the NHS in Britain? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No Source
Science issues
Education issues
Should the Irish language remain a compulsory subject on the national curriculum? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the UK abolish university tuition fees? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No, but they should be reduced Source
Domestic Policy issues
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No Source
Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No, we should pass tougher drug laws Source
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the Seanad be a wholly elected body? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No, but there should be a significant majority of Senators who are directly elected through universal suffrage. Source
Should the power-sharing provincial government be restored in Northern Ireland? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes, but the present parliamentary system is in need of reform. Source
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: Yes Source
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No Source
Should elected Members of Parliament in Northern Ireland be able to sit and participate in the Dáil? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No, but there should be a representative role for Irish citizens living abroad and in Northern Ireland within a reformed Seanad. Source
Environmental issues
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production Source
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: Yes Source
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: No Source
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: yes, but more research should be carried out into long term effects Source
Economic issues
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government raise taxes on the rich? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No, but lower taxes for the poor Source
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government abolish the inheritance tax? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No, reform so the tax rate is based on the wealth of the recipient rather than the deceased Source
Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Raise Source
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Fewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most Source
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens Source
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Hurt, I support some private unions but am strongly against public unions Source
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No, not until we decrease our national debt Source
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should VAT rates be increased or decreased? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Decrease, to provide economic growth Source
Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No Source
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: No Source
Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes, but with more transparency Source
Immigration issues
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: No Source
Should there be a temporary ban on all immigration into the country? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No Source
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: Yes Source
Should the government provide welfare benefits to foreigners? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Should immigrants be allowed to hold dual citizenship status? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Electoral issues
Should politicians be required to wait until the age of 65 to receive a pension? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: Yes Source
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil voters: No Source
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: No Source
Should Irish citizens, living abroad and in Northern Ireland, have the right to vote in presidential elections? stats discuss
Fianna Fáil’s answer: Yes Source
Criminal issues
National Security issues
Foreign Policy issues
Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? stats discuss
Sinn Féin have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should Ireland end its traditional policy of military neutrality? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Should the U.S. accept refugees from Syria? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes, we should accept 10,000 refugees Source
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections? stats discuss
Sinn Féin have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Increase Source
Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Social issues
What is your stance on abortion? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Pro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child Source
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples Source
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice Source
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Healthcare issues
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should Ireland adopt a public healthcare system similar to the NHS in Britain? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should there be more or less privatisation of hospital and healthcare services? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Less Source
Science issues
Education issues
Should the Irish language remain a compulsory subject on the national curriculum? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Domestic Policy issues
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should the power-sharing provincial government be restored in Northern Ireland? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Should elected Members of Parliament in Northern Ireland be able to sit and participate in the Dáil? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Environmental issues
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: No Source
Economic issues
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Increase for large multinational corporations but lower for small businesses Source
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Fewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most Source
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: No, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy Source
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure Source
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should VAT rates be increased or decreased? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Decrease, but only on food and medicine Source
Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: No Source
Immigration issues
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: No Source
Should there be a temporary ban on all immigration into the country? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: No Source
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should the government provide welfare benefits to foreigners? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should immigrants be allowed to hold dual citizenship status? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Electoral issues
Should politicians be required to wait until the age of 65 to receive a pension? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office? stats discuss
Sinn Féin’s answer: Yes Source
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: No Source
Should Irish citizens, living abroad and in Northern Ireland, have the right to vote in presidential elections? stats discuss
Sinn Féin voters: Yes Source
Criminal issues
National Security issues
Foreign Policy issues
Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? stats discuss
Green Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should Ireland end its traditional policy of military neutrality? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections? stats discuss
Green Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit? stats discuss
Green Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15? stats discuss
Green Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Increase Source
Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should the government increase or decrease military spending? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Decrease Source
Social issues
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Healthcare issues
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should Ireland adopt a public healthcare system similar to the NHS in Britain? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should there be more or less privatisation of hospital and healthcare services? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Less, and provide more government funding Source
Science issues
Education issues
Should the Irish language remain a compulsory subject on the national curriculum? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes, but we need to revise and reform how it is taught in schools. Source
Domestic Policy issues
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes, and retroactively reduce sentences for those already serving time Source
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should the power-sharing provincial government be restored in Northern Ireland? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Environmental issues
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: No, more research is needed to measure the long term effects of fracking Source
Economic issues
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should water charges be abolished? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: No, but penalties should be levied on those who waste water. Source
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Keep current rates but eliminate deductions and loop holes Source
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits? stats discuss
Green Party voters: More Source
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure Source
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: No Source
Immigration issues
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should there be a temporary ban on all immigration into the country? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should the government provide welfare benefits to foreigners? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should immigrants be allowed to hold dual citizenship status? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Electoral issues
Should politicians be required to wait until the age of 65 to receive a pension? stats discuss
Green Party voters: Yes Source
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office? stats discuss
Green Party voters: No Source
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: No Source
Should Irish citizens, living abroad and in Northern Ireland, have the right to vote in presidential elections? stats discuss
Green Party’s answer: Yes Source
Criminal issues
National Security issues
Foreign Policy issues
Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? stats discuss
Labour Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should Ireland end its traditional policy of military neutrality? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No Source
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
Should the U.S. accept refugees from Syria? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, we should accept 10,000 refugees Source
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections? stats discuss
Labour Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel? stats discuss
Labour Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit? stats discuss
Labour Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15? stats discuss
Labour Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Increase Source
Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Social issues
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples Source
Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Same sex marriage is fine, as long as they do not do it in front of me. Source
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Healthcare issues
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should Ireland adopt a public healthcare system similar to the NHS in Britain? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Science issues
Education issues
Should the Irish language remain a compulsory subject on the national curriculum? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should the UK abolish university tuition fees? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No, but they should be reduced Source
Domestic Policy issues
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No, and enact legislation preventing government surveillance of citizen communications Source
Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation Source
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should the power-sharing provincial government be restored in Northern Ireland? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Environmental issues
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead Source
Do you support the practice of hunting foxes with dogs? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
Economic issues
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, and lower the cap to 20% Source
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, make it a living wage, if you are in full time work, after completing full-time education Source
Should the government abolish the inheritance tax? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No, but increase the tax-free allowance Source
Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Maintain the current rate Source
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Fewer Source
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No Source
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, the government should intervene to boost a recovery Source
Do you believe labor unions help or hurt the economy? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Help Source
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, but only for low-income pensioners Source
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: No, too many wealthy citizens are abusing loopholes in offshore banking laws to evade taxes Source
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country? stats discuss
Labour Party have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, but with more transparency Source
Immigration issues
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
Should there be a temporary ban on all immigration into the country? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should the government provide welfare benefits to foreigners? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes Source
Should immigrants be allowed to hold dual citizenship status? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Electoral issues
Should politicians be required to wait until the age of 65 to receive a pension? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties? stats discuss
Labour Party’s answer: Yes, but limit the amount they can donate Source
Should Irish citizens, living abroad and in Northern Ireland, have the right to vote in presidential elections? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: Yes Source
Criminal issues
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons? stats discuss
Labour Party voters: No Source
National Security issues
Foreign Policy issues
Do you support the military offensive against ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul? stats discuss
Social Democrats have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should Ireland end its traditional policy of military neutrality? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: No Source
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: No Source
Should the EU evolve into the United States of Europe? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: No Source
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections? stats discuss
Social Democrats have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the UK be allowed to access European Markets once they leave the EU? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should it be illegal to join a boycott of Israel? stats discuss
Social Democrats have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the EU sanction member countries with authoritarian governments? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should the U.K. and Northern Ireland remain in the EU’s customs area after Brexit? stats discuss
Social Democrats have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the number of countries in the European Union be reduced to 15? stats discuss
Social Democrats have not answered this question yet. Would you like to suggest their answer?
Should the government increase or decrease foreign aid spending? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Increase Source
Should intelligence agencies be merged to create a central EU agency? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Social issues
What is your stance on abortion? stats discuss
Social Democrats’ answer: Pro-choice, but ban after the first three months Source
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Healthcare issues
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should Ireland adopt a public healthcare system similar to the NHS in Britain? stats discuss
Social Democrats’ answer: Yes Source
Science issues
Education issues
Should the Irish language remain a compulsory subject on the national curriculum? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Domestic Policy issues
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: No Source
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should the power-sharing provincial government be restored in Northern Ireland? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should there be term limits set for members of Congress? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Environmental issues
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: No Source
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: No Source
Do you support the practice of hunting foxes with dogs? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: No Source
Economic issues
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should the government raise the federal minimum wage? stats discuss
Social Democrats’ answer: No Source
Should the government abolish the inheritance tax? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Yes Source
Should the government raise or lower the tax rate for corporations? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Raise Source
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits? stats discuss
Social Democrats voters: Fewer Source
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs? stats