SPECIAL REPORT
Fantasy Politics
77%
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Abortion
77.5% of survey respondents agreed with Obama’s position The Obama administration believes that women have a right to a safe and legal abortion regardless of their ability to pay and that it is a woman’s personal decision. ★ 80 percent of Democrats surveyed said they are pro-choice.
Gay Rights 87%
President Obama recognizes gay rights and believes gay marriage should be legalized. ★ Although Christians surveyed are the religious group that supports gay rights the least, 66 percent of them are still aligned with his stance.
Taxes 64%
Who would you vote for?
83% obama 11% Romney 4% johnson 2% stein
The Obama administration plans to provide tax cuts to the middle class and small businesses, while those with annual incomes over $250,000 will pay a larger tax. ★ 65 percent of first generation Americans surveyed support Obama’s plan.
Foreign Policy 59%
Obama plans to lower dependence on foreign oil and strengthen relationships with other nations. ★ 38 percent of the Democrats surveyed disagree with Obama’s foreign policy.
Debt Control 65%
The Obama administration plans to cut defense spending by $350 billion and will enforce caps on federal government spending. ★ 71 percent of students that would vote for Obama support his debt control plan.
College Tuition 79%
In a potential second term, Obama plans to lower rates on student loans and subsidize schools that provide low fees. ★ 81 percent of Republicans surveyed support Obama’s college plan.
Information about the candidates was taken from their offical party platforms,whichcanbereadat www. gop.com and www.democrats.org. 28
Healthcare Reform 38%
The Obama administration will mandate that insurance providers will provide healthcare regardless of all pre-existing conditions. ★ 58 percent of Democrats disagree with his stance on healthcare. EL ESTOQUE