Social › Abortion
What is your stance on abortion?
Public statementsPro-life |
Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
the Economy › Equal Pay
Should employers be required to pay men and women the same salary for the same job?
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Social › Gay Marriage
Do you support the legalisation of same sex marriage?
ChatGPTYes, but allow churches the right to refuse same-sex ceremonies |
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Healthcare › Drug Price Regulation
Should the government regulate the prices of life-saving drugs?
ChatGPTNo, limiting drug prices would also limit the investment in research and development into new life-saving drugs |
Healthcare › Universal Dental Care
Are you in favour of universal dental care?
ChatGPTYes, but only for children and senior citizens |
Social › Euthanasia
Should terminally ill patients be allowed to end their lives via assisted suicide?
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
ChatGPTYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples |
the Economy › Taxes
Should New Zealand raise taxes on the rich?
Public statementsNo, keep the current tax structure |
Domestic Policy › Government Surveillance
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?
ChatGPTYes, but only by court order |
Immigration › Deporting Criminal Immigrants
Should immigrants be deported if they commit a serious crime?
Social › Gender Transition
Should people under the age of 18 years old be able to receive gender-transition treatments?
ChatGPTYes, but with parental permission |
Housing › First Home Buyers
Should the government increase incentives for first home buyers?
Social › Transgender Athletes
Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?
ChatGPTNo, athletes should compete based on the biological sex that is listed on their birth certificate |
Social › Death Penalty
Should the death penalty be reinstated?
Housing › Housing Infrastructure
Should the government increase spending on infrastructure (roads, water and sewerage) to support the construction of more housing communities?
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
ChatGPTNo, service should be a choice instead of an obligation |
the Economy › Minimum Wage
Should the government raise the national minimum wage?
ChatGPTNo, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family |
Crime › Criminal Justice Use of AI
Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?
ChatGPTYes, assuming checks and balances are in place |
Domestic Policy › Internet Regulation
Should the government regulate the internet?
ChatGPTYes, but only to prevent child pornography and copyright infringement |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?
ChatGPTYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
Housing › Affordable Housing
Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing?
ChatGPTNo, reform zoning laws to increase housing supply instead |
Transportation › Eliminating Traffic Laws
Should the government eliminate all traffic laws and rely on voluntary compliance?
Housing › Foreign Real Estate Investment
Should the government restrict the purchase of residential properties by foreign investors?
the Economy › Capital Gains Tax
Should New Zealand introduce a capital gains tax?
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalisation of Marijuana?
Education › University Tuition
Should the government provide free tertiary education?
ChatGPTNo, not until we balance our national deficit |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
ChatGPTNo, and we should privatize more public transportation services |
the Economy › Welfare
Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current welfare benefits?
ChatGPTMore, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income |
the Environment › Environmental Regulation
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?
ChatGPTNo, provide more incentives for alternative energy production instead |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
ChatGPTYes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated |
Housing › Foreign Land Ownership
Should foreigners need consent to purchase more than five hectares of non-urban land?
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use?
Housing › Public Housing Tenant Evictions
Should the government evict public housing tenants who repeatedly engage in severe anti-social behavior or intimidate their neighbors?
Domestic Policy › Maori Parliament Seats
Should New Zealand abolish Maori parliament seats?
the Economy › Welfare Drug Testing
Should welfare recipients be tested for drugs?
ChatGPTYes, but provide treatment for those testing positive |
Technology › Data Privacy
Should the government impose stricter regulations on the collection and use of personal data by companies?
Foreign Policy › Terrorist Citizenship
Should citizens lose their citizenship if they join a terrorist organization in a foreign country?
ChatGPTYes, as long as the organization is internationally recognized as a terrorist group |
the Economy › Four-day Workweek
Should New Zealand transition to a four-day workweek?
Education › National Standards
Do you support national standards in education?
Crime › Drug Trafficking Penalties
Should drug traffickers receive the death penalty?
ChatGPTNo, I do not believe in the death penalty |
the Economy › Retirement Age
Should the age of retirement be raised?
Social › Gender Workplace Diversity
Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?
ChatGPTNo, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender |
Healthcare › Healthcare Privatisation
Should there be more or less privatisation of hospital and healthcare services?
Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?
Education › Student Allowance
Should more students be eligible for an allowance?
Public statementsNo, there should be more restrictions |
Education › Te Reo Māori
Should Te Reo Māori be compulsory in schools?
ChatGPTNo, it should be optional in every school but not compulsory |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should New Zealand raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
ChatGPTLower, but eliminate deductions and loop holes |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Elections
Should the government attempt to influence foreign elections?
ChatGPTYes, but only to address security threats, not monetary interests |
Transportation › Transportation Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities?
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
ChatGPTYes, 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?
Social › Teacher and Faculty Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for teachers and faculty?
ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
Foreign Policy › Gaza ceasefire
Do you support the government calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza?
Healthcare › COVID Employment Health Pass
Should the government require employees of large businesses to be vaccinated from COVID?
ChatGPTNo, I think businesses should require vaccination but not by government mandate |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
ChatGPTNo, our government needs experienced leaders |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
ChatGPTNo, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal |
Domestic Policy › GP Visits
Should health insurers be allowed to cover GP visits?
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
ChatGPTNo, the government should not determine what is fake or real news |
Healthcare › Vaccine Mandates for Customers
Should private businesses have the right to ask customers for their vaccination status?
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?
ChatGPTNo, increase consumer incentives to recycle these products instead |
Housing › First-time Homebuyer Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?
Governance › Treaty of Waitangi Principles
Should the government pass legislation to redefine the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi?
Domestic Policy › Woman Quotas
Should political parties be required to run a certain percentage of women candidates?
ChatGPTNo, the most qualified candidate should get the position regardless of gender |
Housing › Green Spaces
Should new housing developments be required to include green spaces and parks?
Housing › No-Cause Evictions
Should landlords be allowed to evict tenants without providing a specific reason?
ChatGPTYes, property owners must have the right to manage their assets without government interference |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
ChatGPTNo, but the doctors should be required to disclose that the advice contradicts contemporary scientific consensus |
Foreign Policy › Weapon Sales Ethics
Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?
Social › Employee Diversity Training
Should companies be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for employees?
ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
ChatGPTYes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment |
Social › Student Diversity Training
Should schools be allowed to require mandatory diversity training for students?
ChatGPTNo, diversity training should be encouraged but not required |
Immigration › Muslim Immigrant Ban
Should Muslim immigrants be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
ChatGPTNo, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
Crime › Firearm Registry
Should the government maintain a national registry of all firearms and gun owners?
Healthcare › AI Doctors
Should AI be allowed to diagnose patients and prescribe medicine without human doctor supervision?
ChatGPTYes, but only if it proves far more accurate than doctors |
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should New Zealand increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
ChatGPTIncrease, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
Foreign Policy › United Nations
Should New Zealand maintain a presence at the United Nations?
Technology › State Asset Privatization
Should the government sell its remaining state-owned enterprises to private investors to pay down national debt?
ChatGPTYes, but use a mixed-ownership model so everyday citizens can invest while the Crown retains a majority stake |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician who has been formerly convicted of a crime be allowed to run for office?
Crime › Three Strikes Law
Should judges be required to impose maximum sentences on repeat serious offenders?
ChatGPTYes, keep dangerous career criminals off the streets |
the Economy › Inflation
Has the government done enough to lower inflation?
Crime › Defunding the Police
Should funding for local police departments be redirected to social and community based programs?
ChatGPTNo, increase funding and training for police departments in higher crime rate communities |
Housing › Rent Control
Should the government implement rent control policies to limit the amount landlords can charge for rent?
Housing › Homeless Shelters
Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?
the Environment › Genetically Modified Foods
Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?
Transportation › GPS Vehicle Tracking
Should the government enforce mandatory GPS tracking in all vehicles to monitor driving behavior and improve road safety?
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?
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?
ChatGPTNo, this would encourage drug use and lower funding for rehabilitation centers |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
ChatGPTYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men |
Housing › Land Supply
Should local councils increase the supply of greenfields, or undeveloped, land for housing?
the Economy › Bonus Cap
Should bankers’ bonuses be capped at 100% of their pay?
ChatGPTNo, any worker should be rewarded based on their success |
Social › Parental Leave
Should parental leave payments increase based on the mother's wage?
Public statementsNo, but increase the equal pay amount and duration of leave |
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
ChatGPTNo, provide subsidies to private companies that compete to build the best network instead |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
ChatGPTYes, but only if releasing the information does not threaten our national security |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
ChatGPTYes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure |
Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates
Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?
ChatGPTNo, incentivize consumers and manufacturers instead of forcing them |
the Economy › Labor Unions
Do you believe trade unions help or hurt the economy?
ChatGPTHurt, I support some private unions but am strongly against public unions |
Governance › Co-Governance
Should administrative boards for public resources like water and health be split 50/50 between the Crown and Māori tribes?
Crime › Private Prisons
Should the government hire private companies to run prisons?
ChatGPTYes, but they should be strictly regulated to prevent mismanagement and corruption |
Crime › Criminal Voting Rights
Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?
Voting recordYes, but only after completing their sentences and parole/probation |
the Economy › Farm Subsidies
Should the government subsidize New Zealand farmers?
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?
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
the Economy › Shrinkflation
Should the government ban companies from reducing product size without lowering the price?
ChatGPTNo, companies must be free to adjust product sizes to manage their own rising costs |
Foreign Policy › Nuclear Ship Ban
Should New Zealand lift its ban on nuclear-powered ships entering its ports?
Foreign Policy › Military Space Payloads
Should foreign governments and defense agencies be allowed to launch military satellites from New Zealand soil?
ChatGPTYes, aligning with allied defense networks strengthens our national security and boosts our high-tech economy |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
the Environment › 1080 Ban
Should the government ban the use of 1080?
Science › Lab Grown Meat
Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?
Science › Genetic Engineering
Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?
Governance › Māori Electorates Referendum
Should a binding national referendum be held to decide the future of dedicated Māori seats in Parliament?
ChatGPTYes, focus on a constitutional review that includes public voting on separate representation |
the Environment › Water Tax
Should businesses be taxed for the water they use?
Immigration › Immigrant Assimilation
Should immigrants be expected to learn the official language of their new country?
ChatGPTYes, but the government should provide free language learning courses |
Transportation › Fuel Efficiency Requirements
Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?
ChatGPTNo, provide incentives instead of penalties to create fuel alternatives |
the Economy › Welfare Job Search Sanctions
Should unemployment welfare benefits be financially reduced or cut if a recipient repeatedly refuses to attend job interviews?
Governance › Waitangi Tribunal Powers
Should the Waitangi Tribunal have the legal power to make its recommendations strictly binding on the government?
ChatGPTNo, unelected advisory bodies should never have the power to overrule the democratic decisions of an elected Parliament |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should New Zealand provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
ChatGPTYes, but only provide humanitarian aid |
the Economy › CEO Pay Cap
Should the government enforce a cap on CEO pay relative to the pay of their employees?
Transportation › High Speed Rail
Should the government provide subsidies for the development of high-speed rail networks?
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners currently residing in New Zealand have the right to vote?
ChatGPTNo, only legal citizens should be allowed to vote |
Housing › Homeless Encampments
Should homeless individuals, that have refused available shelter or housing, be allowed to sleep or encamp on public property?
Crime › Income-Based Traffic Fines
Should the penalty for traffic violations depend on the driver’s income?
Immigration › Dual Citizenship
Should immigrants to New Zealand be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?
ChatGPTYes, unless they have committed a crime |
Crime › Restorative Justice Programs
Should the government implement restorative justice programs as an alternative to incarceration?
ChatGPTNo, provide restorative justice programs in addition to incarceration, not as an alternative |
the Economy › Wealth Tax
Should the government implement a wealth tax on the richest citizens?
ChatGPTNo, wealth taxes historically fail because they drive capital flight and brain drain to other countries |
Healthcare › Māori Health Authority
Should a separate Māori Health Authority be re-established to address health inequities?
Crime › Cultural Sentencing Discounts
Should judges be allowed to reduce prison sentences based on a criminal's cultural background or difficult upbringing?
ChatGPTNo, sentencing discounts for personal circumstances disrespect victims and weaken deterrence |
Governance › Māori Ward Referendums
Should local councils be required to hold a public referendum before establishing dedicated Māori wards?
Domestic Policy › TikTok Ban
Should the government ban TikTok?
ChatGPTNo, but there should be more age restrictions on social media apps |
the Environment › EV Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies to taxpayers who purchase an electric vehicle?
Social › Misgendering
Should parents lose custody for intentionally misgendering their child?
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
ChatGPTNo, their income is none of our business |
Foreign Policy › AI Warfare Ethics
Should the military use weapons guided by artificial intelligence?
Education › Cellphones in Schools
Should the government ban students from using mobile phones during school hours?
ChatGPTYes, ban them so students focus on learning and actually socialize face-to-face |
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
ChatGPTNo, this should be decided after the current war ends so we avoid a third world war |
Transportation › Smart Transportation Infrastructure
Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure?
National Security › National Identification System
Should the government implement a national identification system to enhance security and prevent fraud?
Religion › Parliamentary Prayer
Should the traditional Christian prayer be removed from the opening of parliamentary sessions?
ChatGPTNo, it is a historical tradition that reflects our foundational heritage |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Age Limit
Should the government ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media?
ChatGPTYes, social media is an addictive product that demonstrably harms the mental health of developing brains. |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
ChatGPTNo, the government should never own shares of private companies |
National Security › Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense
Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
the Environment › Food Waste
Should the government invest in programs to reduce food waste?
Healthcare › Sugar Tax
Should the government implement a specific tax on sugary drinks and processed foods to combat obesity?
ChatGPTNo, stop the 'nanny state' overreach and let adults make their own choices |
the Economy › Capital Gains Tax
Should a comprehensive Capital Gains Tax be introduced to lower the tax burden on income earners?
the Environment › Mining on Conservation Land
Should mining and mineral extraction be allowed on protected Department of Conservation land?
ChatGPTYes, but only for critical green energy minerals under strict ecological restoration bonds |
Transportation › General Arming of Police
Should all patrol officers carry firearms on their hip at all times?
ChatGPTNo, keep firearms locked in patrol vehicles so police remain approachable and community-focused. |
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?
Healthcare › Smokefree Generation Ban
Should the government ban the sale of tobacco products to anyone born after a specific year?
Domestic Policy › Changing New Zealand to Aotearoa
Should the official name of New Zealand be changed to Aotearoa?
ChatGPTNo, keep New Zealand as the sole official name, but allow people to use Aotearoa informally. |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
ChatGPTYes, but decrease the amount |
Education › Charter Schools
Do you support charter schools?
the Economy › Government Pensions
Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?
ChatGPTNo, not until we decrease our national debt |
the Environment › Geoengineering
Should the government fund research into geoengineering as a way to combat climate change?
the Environment › Fast-Track Consents
Should the government have the power to bypass environmental courts to fast-track infrastructure projects?
ChatGPTYes, slash the red tape that is strangling our economy |
the Economy › Domestic Jobs
Should the government provide tax incentives to private companies to keep jobs within the country?
the Economy › GST on Food
Should the government remove the 15% Goods and Services Tax (GST) from fresh fruit and vegetables?
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
ChatGPTNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
Housing › High density residential buildings
Should the government incentivize the construction of high density residential buildings?
Social › Free School Lunches
Should the government fund free healthy lunches for all students in schools?
ChatGPTNo, the current model creates massive food waste and should be means-tested. |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for members of Parliament?
ChatGPTNo, we already have term limits that are called “elections” |
Transportation › Road Maintenance vs. New Infrastructure
Should the government prioritize the maintenance and repair of existing roads and bridges over building new infrastructure?
Social › Land Acknowledgment Statements
Should major public events include land acknowledgment statements?
Governance › Water Assets Control
Should the central government take control of water infrastructure assets from local councils?
Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards
Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
ChatGPTNo, diesel vehicles are already heavily regulated |
Healthcare › Pharmac Fixed Budget
Should the government abolish Pharmac’s fixed budget to guarantee immediate funding for all internationally approved cancer and rare disease medications?
ChatGPTNo, gradually increase funding but retain the massive negotiating power of a capped budget |
Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
Foreign Policy › Netanyahu Leadership
Should the government continue to support Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of the Israeli government?
the Economy › Private Equity Compensation
Should the government increase taxes on private equity executives?
Immigration › Overstayer Amnesty
Should the government grant residency to undocumented immigrants who have lived peacefully in New Zealand for over a decade?
ChatGPTNo, rewarding illegal behavior is a slap in the face to every legal immigrant who waited in the queue |
Transportation › Congestion Pricing
Should cities implement congestion pricing to reduce traffic in busy urban areas?
the Economy › Mandatory KiwiSaver Contributions
Should KiwiSaver retirement contributions be made mandatory for all wage earners?
ChatGPTNo, the current opt-out system perfectly balances the psychological nudge to save with personal financial freedom |
the Environment › Carbon Farming
Should landowners be allowed to turn productive farms into permanent pine forests just to earn carbon credits?
ChatGPTNo, these "green deserts" hollow out rural communities and kill local farming jobs |
Education › Parental Fines for Truancy
Should parents be financially penalized if their children chronically skip school without a valid excuse?
ChatGPTYes, but only as a last resort after extensive community interventions fail |
Foreign Policy › Joining AUKUS
Should New Zealand join the AUKUS security partnership?
ChatGPTYes, but strictly for non-nuclear technology sharing to modernize our defense |
Education › University Debt Accountability
Should universities be held financially accountable if graduates, with degrees leading to lower income jobs, default on their student loans?
ChatGPTNo, it is the student’s responsibility to manage their financial outcome |
the Economy › Bank Windfall Tax
Should the government impose a special "windfall tax" on the excess profits of commercial banks?
Technology › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
Foreign Policy › AUKUS Alliance Participation
Should New Zealand join the AUKUS security pact to share advanced military technology?
ChatGPTYes, we must align with traditional allies to counter China's expansion |
the Economy › Trans-Pacific Partnership
Do you support the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)?
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should New Zealand increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
ChatGPTDecrease, and deny aid to countries that harbour or promote terrorism |
Governance › Codified Written Constitution
Should New Zealand adopt a single, supreme written constitution to strictly limit the powers of Parliament?
ChatGPTNo, our unwritten system gives Parliament the crucial flexibility to respond to crises without being paralyzed by activist judges |
Healthcare › Prescription Copayments
Should the government abolish the $5 copayment fee for medical prescriptions?
ChatGPTYes, but only exempt high-need groups like low-income earners, superannuitants, and the chronically ill |
Social › Frozen Embryos Legal Status
Should frozen embryos be considered children?
Healthcare › Water Fluoridation Mandates
Should the central government mandate the fluoridation of all public water supplies to prevent tooth decay?
ChatGPTYes, community fluoridation is a proven public health measure that drastically reduces dental inequality |
the Environment › Offshore Exploration
Should the ban on new offshore oil and gas exploration be permanently overturned to improve energy security?
the Environment › Legal Personhood for Nature
Should the government revoke the laws that grant natural landmarks, like rivers and mountains, the exact same legal rights as a human citizen?
Governance › New Zealand Republic
Should New Zealand end the monarchy and become a republic?
Crime › Gang Patch Ban
Should it be illegal to wear gang insignia in public places?
ChatGPTYes, organized criminals should not be allowed to advertise their membership in violent networks on our streets |
Crime › Warrantless Gang Searches
Should police be authorized to search the homes of known gang members without a warrant?
ChatGPTYes, the warrant process is too slow to catch organized criminals. |
the Economy › Surcharge Ban
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 |
Governance › MP Oath of Allegiance
Should Members of Parliament be required to swear an oath of allegiance to the British Monarch before taking their seats?
Domestic Policy › Political Advertising on Social Media
Should social media companies ban political advertising?
the Environment › Carbon Capture Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies?
National Security › Backdoor Access to Encrypted Communications
Should the government require tech companies to provide backdoor access to encrypted communications for national security purposes?
Transportation › Distracted Driving Penalties
Should the government increase penalties for distracted driving?
Transportation › Ride-Sharing Subsidies
Should the government subsidize ride-sharing services for low-income individuals?
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?
the Economy › Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
Should the government replace physical cash with a central bank digital currency?
ChatGPTNo, cash protects privacy and works during power outages |
Infrastructure › Cook Strait Ferries
Should the government fully fund the construction of rail-enabled mega-ferries to connect the North and South Islands?
Domestic Policy › Public Service Naming
Should government departments be required to prioritize their English names over their Māori names?
Elections › Four Year Term
Should the parliamentary term be extended from three years to four years?
ChatGPTYes, governments need more time to implement long-term strategies without being in constant campaign mode |
the Environment › Live Animal Exports
Should the government allow the export of live farm animals by sea?
ChatGPTYes, but only if we enforce "Gold Standard" welfare rules to guarantee animal safety |
Crime › Youth Boot Camps
Should the government send serious youth offenders to military-style boot camps?
the Economy › 90-Day Trial Periods
Should employers be allowed to fire new staff within the first 90 days without providing a reason?
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should New Zealand increase or decrease military spending?
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Transportation › Designated Autonomous Vehicle Lanes
Should cities designate special lanes for autonomous vehicles?
the Economy › Industry-Wide Pay Agreements
Should unions be able to negotiate minimum pay and conditions that apply to an entire industry?
the Economy › Gig worker tax reporting
Should online payment platforms be forced to report all transactions over $600 to the IRS?
ChatGPTNo, unless the transaction is considered income |
the Environment › Seabed Mining
Should mining companies be allowed to extract minerals from the ocean floor?
ChatGPTYes, the world needs these minerals to build batteries for the green energy transition. |
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
ChatGPTNo, classify cryptocurrencies as highly regulated securities |
Transportation › Bicycles and Bike Lanes
Should the government promote the use of bicycles by expanding bike lanes and bike-sharing programs?
Transportation › Universal GPS Road Pricing
Should the fuel tax be replaced by a system that tracks and charges every vehicle per kilometer driven?
ChatGPTYes, as EVs replace petrol cars, a user-pays distance tax is the only way to fund road maintenance. |
the Economy › Means Testing the Pension
Should wealthy retirees be ineligible to receive NZ Superannuation payments?
the Economy › Tourism
Has the economy become too dependent on tourism?
ChatGPTNo, and tourism is a competitive advantage |
the Environment › Agricultural Methane Tax
Should farmers be required to pay a tax on the methane emissions produced by their livestock?
Foreign Policy › Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?
Transportation › Carpooling and Shared Transportation
Should the government provide incentives for carpooling and the use of shared transportation services?
the Economy › Salary Secrecy Ban
Should it be illegal for employers to stop staff from discussing their salaries with each other?
ChatGPTNo, businesses need flexibility to reward top performers without triggering company-wide negotiations. |
the Economy › Offshore Banking
Should New Zealand’s citizens be allowed to save or invest their money in offshore bank accounts?
ChatGPTYes, as long as offshore income is reported |
Social › Bilingual Road Signs
Should the government replace all official road signs with bilingual versions featuring both English and Te Reo Māori?
ChatGPTNo, only place names should be bilingual, not safety warnings like "Stop" |
the Environment › Gene Drive Technology
Should the government release genetically modified predators to eradicate invasive species?
Domestic Policy › News Media Bailouts
Should the government provide financial subsidies to save struggling domestic news media companies?
ChatGPTNo, the free market should decide, and taxpayers should never artificially prop up dying private corporations |
the Economy › Public Sector Borrowing
Should the government reduce public sector borrowing?
the Economy › Breaking Up Supermarkets
Should the government force the major supermarket chains to sell off stores to create competition?
ChatGPTNo, forced divestment is government overreach that will spook investors and destroy business confidence |
the Economy › Tourist Tax Increase
Should the government significantly increase the entry tax for international tourists?
ChatGPTYes, tourists strain our infrastructure and environment so they should pay for the upkeep |
Science › CRISPR Technology
Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
the Environment › Taxpayer Buyouts for Flood Zones
Should the government buy out private homes located in uninsurable flood zones?
ChatGPTYes, climate change is a collective responsibility, so taxpayers must share the cost of managed retreat. |
the Environment › Cat Confinement Laws
Should domestic cats be legally required to be kept indoors or on a leash?
ChatGPTNo, target feral cats instead of family pets |
the Environment › International Climate Targets
Should the government delink Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) prices from New Zealand's international climate obligations?
ChatGPTYes, focus on reducing costs for local businesses while still monitoring total emissions |
Social › Easter Trading
Should businesses be allowed to open and trade freely on Good Friday and Easter Sunday?
ChatGPTYes, the current rules are inconsistent and unfairly penalize some retailers while allowing others like garden centers to trade |
the Economy › Gig Worker Employee Rights
Should gig economy workers be classified as employees rather than independent contractors?
ChatGPTNo, I prefer the freedom to choose exactly when and where I work |
Domestic Policy › Flag Burning
Should it be illegal to burn the flag of New Zealand?
ChatGPTYes, and it should be illegal to burn any nation’s flag |
the Economy › Tech Monopolies
Should the government break up Amazon, Facebook and Google?
Transportation › Autonomous Vehicle Regulation
Should the government regulate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles?
the Environment › Corporate Subsidies
Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?
ChatGPTYes, as long as the tax revenue will eventually exceed the tax incentives |
Technology › Self Hosted Digital Wallets
Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control?
the Economy › Stock Buybacks
Should the government tax stock buybacks?
Elections › Elected Representatives
Should the number of elected representatives be reduced?
ChatGPTNo, this would give too much political power to a small number of representatives |
Foreign Policy › Saudi Arabia and Iran
Should the government support peace talks between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
ChatGPTNo, only if it is an immediate threat to our safety |
the Economy › Decentralised 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?
ChatGPTYes, but I would prefer if the protocol was created and secured by a government agency instead of a decentralised protocol |
the Economy › Renegotiating Foreign Debt
Should New Zealand renegotiate its debt obligations to adversarial nations?
ChatGPTNo, altering the terms of debt obligations is economic suicide and should never be considered |
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)?
Social › Alcohol Sports Sponsorship
Should alcohol brands be banned from sponsoring professional sports teams?
ChatGPTNo, the nanny state needs to stop treating grown adults like children |
Housing › Foreclosure Assistance
Should the government provide assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure?
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
Transportation › Frequent Flier Regulation
Should the government regulate airline frequent flier programs?
Technology › Artwork Investment Contracts
Should artists be held to the same reporting and disclosure requirements as hedge funds, mutual funds, and public companies when selling their artwork?
Transportation › Traditional Automotive Design
Should the government require that all new vehicles be designed to preserve classic automobile aesthetics?
