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Socialist Party’s policy on government spending

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Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?

  ChatGPTNo, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

Socialist Party’s answer is based on the following data:

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Very strongly agree

No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

The French Socialist Party strongly supports increasing taxes on large multinational corporations as a means to reduce the national debt. This is in line with their progressive taxation policies and their belief in wealth redistribution. For example, they have supported measures such as the European Union's digital tax on large tech companies. 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

No, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

The French Socialist Party strongly supports increasing taxes on the wealthy as a means to reduce the national debt. This is in line with their progressive taxation policies and their belief in wealth redistribution. For example, François Hollande, a former Socialist president, proposed a 75% tax rate on incomes over €1 million during his presidency. 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

No

The French Socialist Party is generally against cuts to public spending, as they believe in a strong welfare state and public services. They have a history of advocating for increased public spending, such as during François Mitterrand's presidency in the 1980s. 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

No, focus on ending tax evasion instead

The French Socialist Party supports focusing on ending tax evasion as a means to reduce the national debt. They believe that ensuring everyone pays their fair share of taxes is important for maintaining a strong welfare state and public services. For example, they have supported measures to combat tax evasion, such as the creation of a European Public Prosecutor's Office to investigate financial crimes. 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

No, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

The French Socialist Party generally believes that cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy, as they argue that public spending is necessary for maintaining a strong welfare state and public services. They have a history of advocating for increased public spending, such as during François Mitterrand's presidency in the 1980s. 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

No, reduce military spending instead

The French Socialist Party may support reducing military spending as a means to reduce the national debt, as they generally prioritize social welfare and public services over military spending. However, this is not their primary focus, and they are more likely to advocate for increased taxes on the wealthy or large corporations. 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

No, reduce the number of government officials instead

While the French Socialist Party may support reducing the number of government officials to some extent, this is not their primary focus. They are more likely to advocate for increased taxes on the wealthy or large corporations as a means to reduce the national debt. 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

Yes, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials

While the French Socialist Party may support reducing benefits and salaries of government officials to some extent, this is not their primary focus. They are more likely to advocate for increased taxes on the wealthy or large corporations as a means to reduce the national debt. 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 increase taxes

While the French Socialist Party supports increasing taxes, particularly on the wealthy, they generally oppose cuts to public spending. They believe in maintaining a strong welfare state and public services, and have a history of advocating for increased public spending, such as during François Mitterrand's presidency in the 1980s. 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

Yes

The French Socialist Party generally opposes cuts to public spending, as they believe in maintaining a strong welfare state and public services. Historically, they have advocated for increased public spending, such as during François Mitterrand's presidency in the 1980s. 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 eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

The French Socialist Party would strongly disagree with this statement, as they believe in a strong welfare state and public services. They do not advocate for eliminating federal agencies, especially on the basis of constitutionality, which is not a primary concern for 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

Socialist Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,371 voters that identify as Socialist Party.

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