Think you are moderate? Or Independent? Read this study and see where you really fall, Ive gathered a few excerpts: Energy: Immediate Gratification AND Long-Term Consequences Three-quarters of moderates support expanding exploration and production of oil, coal, and natural gas in the U.S.—a position also shared by 64% of liberals and 92% of conservatives. But 90% of moderates also think we need to invest more in the development of renewable energy sources like solar and wind—a position shared by 97% of liberals and 70% of conservatives. Immigration: Compassion AND Justice: Moderates are sympathetic to undocumented immigrants and believe they are good people, yet these voters also worry about encouraging lawlessness and maintaining security at the border. They would support comprehensive immigration reform that is tough, fair, and practical, reflecting that tension. National Security: Safety AND Privacy While 63% of conservatives worry we aren’t doing enough to stop terror attacks on U.S. soil, 65% of liberals disagree. Moderates are torn on this question, with 45% saying they worry and 52% saying that doesn’t concern them. The post-September 11th consensus on civil liberties and public safety may be rebalancing, but for now, moderates remain torn. Views of American Society Though moderates believe equal opportunity has not been achieved, 85% believe that most people can get ahead in America if they work hard, with 49% strongly agreeing with that statement Despite seeing themselves as having broad opportunity, moderates believe the government should and can be generous to those who lack it. Eighty-five percent of moderates agree that the government has an important role to play in ensuring that everyone, regardless of race, gender, or age, has an equal opportunity to succeed in this country. At the same time, though, moderates express concern over the potential for negative consequences with too much government support. So, do you follow these same conclusions? Expanding production of natural resources AND develop renewable energy? Fair immigration reform yet maintain security at the border? Help those that need it but make them responsible? There are several others in the report, which was very enlightening after I found it due to the partisan conversations I have found on FB this week, especially today. Can you call yourself a moderate and not follow under some of these same guidelines? The unfortunate part about this, there arent any candidates (at least not on my ballot) that fall under these conclusions.... thirdway.org/report/the-state-of-the-center
Posted on: Fri, 31 Oct 2014 22:51:20 +0000
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