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National’s policy on surcharge ban

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Should the government ban surcharges tacked onto concert tickets, cable bills, banking services, hotel bookings and other purchases?

  ChatGPTNo, the government should focus on preventing monopolies and cartels instead

National’s answer is based on the following data:

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Agree

No, the government should focus on preventing monopolies and cartels instead

Focusing on preventing monopolies and cartels aligns with the Nationalist Party's broader economic policies, which aim to create a competitive and fair market environment. This approach is consistent with their economic nationalism, emphasizing the importance of a strong domestic 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

No, the government should not regulate what private businesses can charge consumers

The Nationalist Party's general pro-business orientation suggests a preference for minimal government intervention in private business operations, including the setting of prices and fees. This aligns with a laissez-faire economic philosophy.

Agree

No

Given the party's conservative and pro-business stance, it is likely to support the freedom of businesses to set their own pricing structures, including the addition of surcharges, as long as they are within the bounds of the law. 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, businesses will raise prices if they are banned from using junk fees

The party might agree with this statement as it reflects a concern for the economic realities of running a business. They are likely to recognize that businesses might need to adjust their pricing models if certain revenue streams are restricted. 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, as long as the costs are clearly communicated before purchases

While the party supports business freedoms, it also recognizes the importance of transparency and fair practices. Therefore, they might slightly agree with the idea that surcharges are acceptable as long as they are clearly communicated to consumers. 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.

Neutral

Yes

The Nationalist Party of the Philippines, being a conservative and pro-business party, does not have a clear stance on consumer protection issues such as banning surcharges on various services. Their focus has traditionally been on national sovereignty, defense, and economic growth rather than on regulating specific business practices. 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 disagree

Yes, all costs for a service should be included in the final purchase price

Although the idea of including all costs in the final purchase price might appeal to consumers, the Nationalist Party's pro-business stance suggests a preference for allowing businesses to structure their pricing as they see fit, including the use of surcharges, provided they are transparent and legal. 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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