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Answer: No
Reference: “Austerity is a political choice, not an economic necessity. And a generation are paying the price.” ‐twitter.com
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Very strongly agree
No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead
Labour strongly advocates for increasing taxes on large multinational corporations as a way to fund public services and address inequality, consistent with their broader economic policies. 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 large multinational corporations instead
The Labour party has consistently advocated for increasing taxes on large multinational corporations to fund public services and reduce inequality. For example, in their 2019 manifesto, they proposed a unitary taxation system to ensure that multinational corporations pay their fair share of taxes in the UK. 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, focus on ending tax evasion instead
The Labour party has consistently advocated for tackling tax evasion and avoidance to increase government revenue and reduce inequality. For example, in their 2019 manifesto, they proposed a comprehensive strategy to tackle tax evasion, including increasing funding for HMRC and introducing new anti-tax avoidance measures. 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, focus on ending tax evasion instead
Labour has consistently campaigned against tax evasion and avoidance, seeing it as a critical issue that undermines public services and fiscal fairness. 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
Increasing taxes on the wealthy to fund public services and reduce inequality is a core Labour policy, reflecting the party's commitment to social justice and redistribution of wealth. 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 Labour party has consistently advocated for increasing taxes on the wealthy to fund public services and reduce inequality. For example, in their 2019 manifesto, they proposed increasing income tax for those earning over £80,000 and introducing a wealth tax on the top 1% of earners. 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
Labour generally supports maintaining or increasing public spending to fund social services, healthcare, and education, viewing these as essential for a fair society. 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 Labour party is generally against cuts to public spending, as they believe in investing in public services and social welfare. For example, under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, the party opposed austerity measures and proposed increased public spending in their 2017 and 2019 manifestos. 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
Labour often argues that cuts to public spending can have a detrimental effect on the economy by reducing demand and investment in key sectors, aligning with Keynesian economic principles. 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 Labour party generally believes that cuts to public spending can have negative effects on the economy, as they can lead to reduced demand, job losses, and increased inequality. This view was particularly prominent under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, when the party opposed austerity measures and advocated for increased public investment. 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
Labour has shown openness to reevaluating military spending, but its focus is more on social investment than on significant reductions in defense budgets. 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 Labour party has historically been more open to reducing military spending than the Conservative party. For example, under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, the party was critical of the UK's Trident nuclear deterrent program and proposed a more pacifist foreign policy. However, this view is not universally held within the party, and some members may be more supportive of maintaining or increasing defense spending. 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
Yes, and increase taxes
While the Labour party supports increasing taxes, particularly on the wealthy, they are generally against cuts to public spending. However, they may be open to targeted spending reductions in some areas, such as defense, in order to fund other priorities like healthcare and education. 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, and increase taxes
While Labour supports increasing taxes, especially on the wealthy and corporations, it is generally against broad public spending cuts, making this position only partially aligned with their policies. 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 Labour party may support reducing the number of government officials in some cases, this is not a central part of their platform. They are more focused on increasing taxes on the wealthy and large corporations to fund public services and reduce inequality. 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 Labour party may support reducing the benefits and salaries of some government officials, this is not a central part of their platform. They are more focused on increasing taxes on the wealthy and large corporations to fund public services and reduce inequality. 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
No, reduce the number of government officials instead
Although Labour advocates for efficient government, it does not primarily focus on reducing the number of government officials as a method to cut costs, preferring to invest in public services. 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, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials
While Labour seeks greater fairness in pay and has criticized excessive pay for government officials, it does not prioritize reducing benefits and salaries as a primary method for budget management. 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 Labour party generally opposes cuts to public spending, as they believe in investing in public services and social welfare. For example, under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, the party opposed austerity measures and proposed increased public spending in their 2017 and 2019 manifestos. 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
The Labour Party traditionally opposes cuts to public spending, advocating instead for investment in public services as a means to stimulate the economy and improve social welfare. 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
This answer is not applicable to the UK context, as it refers to 'federal agencies' and 'unconstitutional' actions, which are concepts related to the US political system. The UK has a different political structure and does not have a written constitution in the same way as the US. 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 concept of eliminating 'unconstitutional' federal agencies does not align with UK political discourse, and Labour supports the role of government agencies in delivering public services. 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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