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Transportation › Public Transportation

Should the government increase spending on public transportation?

C>C Personal answerYes

Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants

Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?

C>C Personal answerNo, only if they have entered the country illegally

Elections › Criminal Politicians

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

C>C Personal answerNo

Foreign Policy › United Nations

Should Indonesia maintain a presence at the United Nations?

C>C Personal answerYes, and use the U.N. peacekeeping forces to protect our interests

Science › Nuclear Energy

Do you support the use of nuclear energy?

C>C Personal answerYes, but with public subsidy

Social › LGBT Adoption Rights

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

C>C Personal answerYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples

Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but only for those who are starting to build a criminal record

Domestic Policy › Flag Burning

Should it be illegal to burn the Indonesian flag?

C>C Personal answerNo, I don’t respect anyone who does but they should have the right to do so

Social › Abortion

What is your stance on abortion?

C>C Personal answerPro-life, but allow in cases of rape, incest, or danger to the mother or child

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?

C>C Personal answerYes, this is necessary to reduce the drug overdose death rate

Elections › Candidate Transparency

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

C>C Personal answerNo, their income is none of our business

Domestic Policy › Drug Policy

Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

C>C Personal answerNo

Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare

Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?

C>C Personal answerYes, but allow people to use private insurance

the Economy › Government Spending

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

C>C Personal answerYes, and increase taxes

Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

C>C Personal answerNo, hire professionally trained security guards instead

Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties

Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?

C>C Personal answerYes

Social › Niqāb

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

C>C Personal answerYes, we should respect all cultural traditions

Elections › Campaign Finance

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

C>C Personal answerYes

Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but only after living in the country for 10 years

Crime › Criminal Voting Rights

Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?

C>C Personal answerYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation

Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection

Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?

C>C Personal answerYes, but only if releasing the information does not threaten our national security

Housing › Homeless Encampments

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

C>C Personal answerNo, it will increase our crime rates if we do so

Immigration › Skilled Immigrants

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

C>C Personal answerIncrease, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost

Crime › Prison Overcrowding

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet

the Economy › Tariffs

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

C>C Personal answerNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers

Healthcare › Mental Health

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but only increase funding for personalized care instead of subsidizing pharmaceutical companies

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?

C>C Personal answerYes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics

the Economy › Taxes

Should Indonesia raise taxes on the rich?

C>C Personal answerYes

Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban

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

C>C Personal answerNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional

Healthcare › Marijuana

Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?

C>C Personal answerYes

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?

C>C Personal answerNo, but increase tax incentives for companies that make biodegradable products

Domestic Policy › Term Limits

Should there be term limits set for members of the People’s Representative Council?

C>C Personal answerNo, officials gain valuable experience and become more effective representatives over time

the Economy › Government Pensions

Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?

C>C Personal answerNo, not until we decrease our national debt

Crime › Defunding the Police

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

C>C Personal answerNo, increase funding and training for police departments in higher crime rate communities

the Environment › Animal Testing

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but not for cosmetics

Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid

Should Indonesia increase or decrease foreign aid spending?

C>C Personal answerIncrease, but only for countries that have no human rights violations

Elections › Minimum Voting Age

Should the minimum voting age be lowered?

C>C Personal answerYes, but younger voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote

Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections

Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?

C>C Personal answerNo, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy

Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media

Should social media companies ban political advertising?

C>C Personal answerRegardless, it is at the discretion of the executives of the platform

Social › Gay Marriage

Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?

C>C Personal answerYes, but allow churches the right to refuse same-sex ceremonies

Crime › Private Prisons

Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?

C>C Personal answerNo, private prisons will sacrifice quality of care and rehabilitation services for profit

Social › Euthanasia

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice

the Economy › Minimum Wage

Should the government raise the national minimum wage?

C>C Personal answerYes, and adjust it every year according to inflation

Crime › Demilitarize the Police

Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

C>C Personal answerYes, but only in response to extreme situations

Immigration › Dual Citizenship

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

C>C Personal answerYes, unless they have committed an act of terrorism

Healthcare › World Health Organization

Should the government fund the World Health Organization?

C>C Personal answerYes, and increase the amount

Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato

Should Ukraine join NATO?

C>C Personal answerYes, but we shouldn't force it upon them.

the Environment › Fracking

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but increase oversight

Social › Death Penalty

Do you support the death penalty?

C>C Personal answerYes, but only for horrific crimes with undeniable evidence

Foreign Policy › Military Spending

Should Indonesia increase or decrease military spending?

C>C Personal answerDecrease

Social › Gender Workplace Diversity

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

C>C Personal answerNo, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender

Social › Gender Transition

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

C>C Personal answerYes, but with parental permission

the Economy › Welfare

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

C>C Personal answerFewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most

the Economy › Offshore Banking

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

C>C Personal answerYes, as long as offshore income is reported

Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation

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

C>C Personal answerNo, the government should not determine what is fake or real news

Social › Transgender Athletes

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

C>C Personal answerNo, athletes should compete based on the biological sex that is listed on their birth certificate

the Economy › Universal Basic Income

Do you support a universal basic income program?

C>C Personal answerYes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing

Social › Hate Speech

Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?

C>C Personal answerYes, as long as it does not threaten violence

the Environment › Corporate Subsidies

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

C>C Personal answerYes, as long as the local environment is not compromised

the Economy › Corporate Tax

Should Indonesia raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?

C>C Personal answerRaise

the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing

Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?

C>C Personal answerYes, but provide treatment for those testing positive

the Economy › State Ownership

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

C>C Personal answerNo, this impedes technological progress due to competition being stifled

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Topics

Should the government increase spending on public transportation?

Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?

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

Should Indonesia maintain a presence at the United Nations?

Do you support the use of nuclear energy?

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

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

Should it be illegal to burn the Indonesian flag?

What is your stance on abortion?

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

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

Are you in favor of decriminalizing drug use?

Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?

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

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?

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

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

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

Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?

Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Should Indonesia raise taxes on the rich?

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

Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?

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

Should there be term limits set for members of the People’s Representative Council?

Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?

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

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

Should Indonesia increase or decrease foreign aid spending?

Should the minimum voting age be lowered?

Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?

Should social media companies ban political advertising?

Do you support the legalization of same sex marriage?

Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?

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

Should the government raise the national minimum wage?

Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

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

Should the government fund the World Health Organization?

Should Ukraine join NATO?

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

Do you support the death penalty?

Should Indonesia increase or decrease military spending?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Do you support a universal basic income program?

Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?

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

Should Indonesia raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?

Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?

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

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