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Healthcare  ›  Healthcare Funding

Should the government increase spending on healthcare?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and do not privatize any services

Education  ›  University Tuition

Should tuition at public universities be free?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, tuition costs are currently too expensive

Healthcare  ›  Mental Health

Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services

Elections  ›  Criminal Politicians

Should a politician, who has been formerly convicted of a crime, be allowed to run for office?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

Transportation  ›  Public Transportation

Should the government increase spending on public transportation?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions


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Domestic Policy  ›  Flag Burning

Should it be illegal to burn the Filipino flag?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Social  ›  Death Penalty

Do you support the death penalty?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, too many people are innocently convicted

the Environment  ›  Environmental Regulation

Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production

Domestic Policy  ›  Government Surveillance

Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only by court order

Social  ›  Abortion

What is your stance on abortion?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTPro-choice, and providing birth control, sex education, and more social services will help reduce the number of abortions

Social  ›  LGBT Adoption Rights

Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples

Foreign Policy  ›  United Nations

Should Philippines maintain a presence at the United Nations?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

the Economy  ›  Minimum Wage

Should the government raise the national minimum wage?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and adjust it every year according to inflation

Immigration  ›  Deporting Criminal Immigrants

Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but after they have finished serving their sentence

Domestic Policy  ›  Armed Teachers

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, this would increase the risk of accidental shootings

the Environment  ›  Plastic Product Ban

Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and ban all disposable products that are not made of at least 75% of biodegradable material

Foreign Policy  ›  Military Spending

Should Philippines increase or decrease military spending?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTDecrease

Domestic Policy  ›  Social Media Regulation

Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

the Economy  ›  Corporate Tax

Should Philippines raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTIncrease for large multinational corporations but lower for small businesses

Crime  ›  Drug Trafficking Penalties

Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, as long as they are given a fair trial

Domestic Policy  ›  Term Limits

Should there be term limits set for members of Congress?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption

Science  ›  Nuclear Energy

Do you support the use of nuclear energy?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal

Healthcare  ›  Safe Haven

Should cities open drug “safe havens” where people who are addicted to illegal drugs can use them under the supervision of medical professionals?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, drug abuse should be treated as a health issue, not a criminal issue

Domestic Policy  ›  Drug Policy

Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation

Foreign Policy  ›  Mandatory Military Service

Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation

Elections  ›  Candidate Transparency

Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and require a public audit each year they are in office

Healthcare  ›  Marijuana

Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only for medical use

the Economy  ›  Government Spending

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

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

Healthcare  ›  COVID Employment Health Pass

Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

the Environment  ›  Animal Testing

Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics

Immigration  ›  Muslim Immigrant Ban

Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional

the Economy  ›  Taxes

Should Philippines raise taxes on the rich?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Elections  ›  Mental competency testing

Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test

Elections  ›  Right of Foreigners to Vote

Should foreigners, currently residing in Philippines, have the right to vote?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote

Healthcare  ›  World Health Organization

Should the government fund the World Health Organization?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, fund national and local programs instead

Domestic Policy  ›  Whistleblower Protection

Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Crime  ›  Criminal Voting Rights

Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation

the Environment  ›  Genetically Modified Foods

Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but producers should not be able to patent seeds

Immigration  ›  Citizenship Test

Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics

Housing  ›  Homeless Encampments

Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and create more social programs to provide free food, clothing, and medicine

the Economy  ›  Economic Stimulus

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

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but in the form of tax breaks for low income citizens

Crime  ›  Prison Overcrowding

Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but they must perform community service on a daily basis

Immigration  ›  Skilled Immigrants

Should the government increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTDecrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs

Elections  ›  Campaign Finance

Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, but allow donations from unions and non-profits

Healthcare  ›  Single-Payer Healthcare

Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, private companies should not be able to profit off of healthcare

the Environment  ›  Fracking

Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

Social  ›  Gay Marriage

Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but allow churches the right to refuse same-sex ceremonies

Domestic Policy  ›  Political Advertising on Social Media

Should social media companies ban political advertising?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

the Economy  ›  Free Trade

Should Philippines pursue free trade deals with other countries?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only if strong protections for our national resources and workers are enacted with each trade deal

Crime  ›  Defunding the Police

Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

the Economy  ›  Welfare

Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTFewer, current benefits do not provide enough support

the Economy  ›  Government Pensions

Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only for low-income pensioners

Elections  ›  Minimum Voting Age

Should the minimum voting age be lowered?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

the Economy  ›  Domestic Jobs

Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and drastically increase taxes and import tariffs on outsourcing businesses

Social  ›  Gender Workplace Diversity

Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and the government should do more to require diversity in the workplace

Foreign Policy  ›  Gaza ceasefire

Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Social  ›  Niqāb

Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member

the Economy  ›  Welfare Drug Testing

Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, this is a waste of time and money

the Economy  ›  Universal Basic Income

Do you support a universal basic income program?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing

the Economy  ›  State Ownership

Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies

the Environment  ›  Corporate Subsidies

Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, spend that money on improving infrastructure and the community to attract companies

Social  ›  Transgender Athletes

Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only if their hormone levels are equivalent to those in the gender category in which they compete

Foreign Policy  ›  Foreign Elections

Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only to protect the country from human rights violations by a tyrannical ruler

Social  ›  Euthanasia

Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice

Immigration  ›  Dual Citizenship

Should immigrants to Philippines be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, unless they have committed an act of terrorism

Crime  ›  Criminal Justice Use of AI

Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

Crime  ›  Private Prisons

Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, private prisons will sacrifice quality of care and rehabilitation services for profit

the Economy  ›  Tech Monopolies

Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Foreign Policy  ›  Netanyahu Leadership

Should the government continue to support Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of the Israeli government?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

the Environment  ›  Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only if they use renewable energy sources

the Economy  ›  Four-day Workweek

Should the Philippines transition to a four-day workweek?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and require overtime pay for work over four days per week

Foreign Policy  ›  Ukraine and Nato

Should Ukraine join NATO?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, and abolish NATO

the Economy  ›  Tariffs

Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, this will help create and save more jobs

Social  ›  Hate Speech

Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, and increase penalties for hate speech

Crime  ›  Demilitarize the Police

Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment

Foreign Policy  ›  Foreign Aid

Should Philippines increase or decrease foreign aid spending?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTDecrease, and we should not give foreign aid to any countries

Healthcare  ›  Medical Consensus

Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, this will decrease the amount of misinformation patients receive

the Economy  ›  Offshore Banking

Should citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, too many wealthy citizens are abusing loopholes in offshore banking laws to evade taxes

Foreign Policy  ›  Ukrainian Defense Funding

Should the Philippines provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, we cannot afford to give economic resources right now

Social  ›  Gender Transition

Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but with parental permission

Immigration  ›  High Risk Immigrant Ban

Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

the Economy  ›  Decentralized Finance

Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but only if it’s truly decentralized and cannot be manipulated by any person, group, or government agency

the Economy  ›  Cryptocurrency

Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, but the government should create an official digital currency

Transportation  ›  Advanced Automotive Technology

Should the government restrict the use of advanced technology in vehicles to maintain human control and prevent over-reliance on technology?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Foreign Policy  ›  Saudi Arabia and Iran

Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, we should always promote diplomatic peace talks during foreign conflicts

Social  ›  Employee Diversity Training

Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and all companies should require mandatory diversity training

Housing  ›  High density residential buildings

Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

National Security  ›  Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense

Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

Domestic Policy  ›  TikTok Ban

Should the government ban TikTok?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, this is a violation of free speech

National Security  ›  Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications

Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

Transportation  ›  Congestion Pricing

Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

the Economy  ›  Stock Buybacks

Should the government tax stock buybacks?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, but I would prefer if they were banned

Science  ›  Lab Grown Meat

Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

Science  ›  CRISPR Technology

Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Technology  ›  Social Media Regulation

Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

the Economy  ›  Surcharge Ban

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

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, all costs for a service should be included in the final purchase price

National Security  ›  Facial Recognition

Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

the Environment  ›  EV Subsidies

Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

Foreign Policy  ›  Israeli Palestinian Conflict

Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTPalestine

Social  ›  Student Diversity Training

Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and all schools should require mandatory diversity training

Social  ›  Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training

Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes, and all schools should require mandatory diversity training

Healthcare  ›  Marketing Unhealthy Products to Youth

Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTYes

National Security  ›  Cross-border Payments

Should the government ban its citizens from using cross-border payment methods (like crypto) to send money to relatives in OFAC sanctioned countries (Palestine, Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, and North Korea)?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo

Technology  ›  Cryptocurrencies

Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?

WaF>WaF  ChatGPTNo, and underprivileged citizens deserve the same financial opportunities and services that traditional banks offer the wealthy