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jeff221 · 09-29-2006, 02:04 PM

This is interesting. Answer about 20 questions and it gives you a read out of what it thinks your position would be.

http://typology.people-press.org/typology/

Surprise, Surprise, it says I'm a liberal, but the info that comes along with it is VERY interesting. Just a few, for example:

Liberal

Based on your answers to the questionnaire, you most closely resemble survey respondents within the Liberal typology group. This does not mean that you necessarily fit every group characteristic or agree with the group on all issues.
Liberals represent 17 percent of the American public, and 19 percent of registered voters.

Defining Values
Strongest preference for diplomacy over use of military force. Pro-choice, supportive of gay marriage and strongly favor environmental protection. Low participation in religious activities. Most sympathetic of any group to immigrants as well as labor unions, and most opposed to the anti-terrorism Patriot Act.

Lifestyle Notes
Largest group to have been born (or whose parents were born) outside of the U.S. or Canada (20%). Least likely to report having a gun at home (23%) or attending bible study or prayer group meetings (13%).

There is a lot more, but I won't go into any further detail. I'm interested to see how some of you rank on this...

Brickboy240 · 09-29-2006, 02:33 PM

Not a good indicator of anything, really.

The "statements" are vague and stereotypical and what if you either need more information or what if you strongly disagree with any of them? Thats not an option. I also sensed alot of class warrior type questions involving corporate profits and rich and poor people type statements. Its very obvious to see the "bend" that the person that put this together was coming from.

Its just not that easy to pidegonhole everyone into neat little groups (something the left accuses the right of doing). We've surely seen this before.

Me? Where do I fit? I am pro-choice on abortion, do not attend church, am for gay marriage, but also believe in open markets, a more simplified and fair tax system, fewer gun laws, and secured borders. Libertarian? Most likely, but they have some views on drugs that I certainly don't feel too good about either. I am certainly not a D or R. Anyone that uses logic surely cannot sit on red or blue all of the time...its just not possible.

Sorry, but its just too difficult to put everyone into neat little boxes. Sure, some people fit in these neat little boxes just fine (like Ted Kenedy, Al Gore, Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity) but many of us are freer thinkers than these survey makers give us credit for and we find it hard to give "red light/green light" answers to broad, sweeping general statements.

Placing people into categories is also another favorite tactic of the left in order to pit one group against another and haven't we seen that this gets us nowhere as a society?

Constant polarization is creating a stalemate...a stalemate that those in the DC power structure use to maintain the status quo. They like things just as they are and would rather have us at each other's throats, than thinking too hard about individual issues and working toawrds true reforms, because that would expose a large majority of the DC power people as unnecessary and their programs as inefficient at the least or possibly very dangerous/destructive for the majority of regular Americans.

Simply replacing D's with R's or the opposite every election cycle is akin to a dog chasing its tail. True reform and doing what is best for the majority of Americans is going to come from not one side or the other, exclusively.

Don't fall for this stuff. It benefits us all when we can develop a "nose" for this garbage and call it out for what it truly is. It doesn't define anyone.

- Brickboy240

tec · 09-29-2006, 02:45 PM

Strongly agree and Agree.

What about 'NO"? for an answer?
My wife says no all the time to me, so it must be ok.
I don't answer any questions where I can't say "no" if I so choose.

**Ed Ely** · 09-29-2006, 02:46 PM

, yes I am also! Can you imagine me being a
social conservative??

I can

!

Very interesting site.

Ed

**PackerfanXD** · 09-29-2006, 02:56 PM

What a load of crap.

Disaffected

Basic Description
Disaffecteds are deeply cynical about government and unsatisfied with both their own economic situation and the overall state of the nation. Under heavy financial pressure personally, this group is deeply concerned about immigration and environmental policies, particularly to the extent that they affect jobs. Alienated from politics, Disaffecteds have little interest in keeping up with news about politics and government, and few participated in the last election.

**XDAndMe** · 09-29-2006, 02:59 PM

Upbeat

Based on your answers to the questionnaire, you most closely resemble survey respondents within the Upbeat typology group. This does not mean that you necessarily fit every group characteristic or agree with the group on all issues.
Upbeats represent 11 percent of the American public, and 13 percent of registered voters.

Basic Description
Upbeats express positive views about the economy, government and society. Satisfied with their own financial situation and the direction the nation is heading, these voters support George W. Bush’s leadership in economic matters more than on social or foreign policy issues. Combining highly favorable views of government with equally positive views of business and the marketplace, Upbeats believe that success is in people’s own hands, and that businesses make a positive contribution to society. This group also has a very favorable view of immigrants.

Defining Values
Very favorable views of government performance and responsiveness defines the group, along with similarly positive outlook on the role of business in society. While most support the war in Iraq, Upbeats have mixed views on foreign policy – but most favor preemptive military action against countries that threaten the U.S. Religious, but decidedly moderate in views about social and cultural issues.

I'll take it

jeff221 · 09-29-2006, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brickboy240

Not a good indicator of anything, really.

The "statements" are vague and stereotypical and what if you either need more information or what if you strongly disagree with any of them? Thats not an option. I also sensed alot of class warrior type questions involving corporate profits and rich and poor people type statements. Its very obvious to see the "bend" that the person that put this together was coming from.

Its just not that easy to pidegonhole everyone into neat little groups (something the left accuses the right of doing). We've surely seen this before.

Me? Where do I fit? I am pro-choice on abortion, do not attend church, am for gay marriage, but also believe in open markets, a more simplified and fair tax system, fewer gun laws, and secured borders. Libertarian? Most likely, but they have some views on drugs that I certainly don't feel too good about either. I am certainly not a D or R. Anyone that uses logic surely cannot sit on red or blue all of the time...its just not possible.

Sorry, but its just too difficult to put everyone into neat little boxes. Sure, some people fit in these neat little boxes just fine (like Ted Kenedy, Al Gore, Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity) but many of us are freer thinkers than these survey makers give us credit for and we find it hard to give "red light/green light" answers to broad, sweeping general statements.

Placing people into categories is also another favorite tactic of the left in order to pit one group against another and haven't we seen that this gets us nowhere as a society?

Constant polarization is creating a stalemate...a stalemate that those in the DC power structure use to maintain the status quo. They like things just as they are and would rather have us at each other's throats, than thinking too hard about individual issues and working toawrds true reforms, because that would expose a large majority of the DC power people as unnecessary and their programs as inefficient at the least or possibly very dangerous/destructive for the majority of regular Americans.

Simply replacing D's with R's or the opposite every election cycle is akin to a dog chasing its tail. True reform and doing what is best for the majority of Americans is going to come from not one side or the other, exclusively.

Don't fall for this stuff. It benefits us all when we can develop a "nose" for this garbage and call it out for what it truly is. It doesn't define anyone.

- Brickboy240

Geez... I just thought it was Fun and Neat..

**XDAndMe** · 09-29-2006, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeff221

Geez... I just thought it was Fun and Neat..

We're "glass half full" kind of guys. Makes life more enjoyable and interesting for everyone

Krackels · 09-29-2006, 03:22 PM

Enterpriser.

What just because I believe in the American dream?

cucamelsmd15 · 09-29-2006, 03:31 PM

Conservative Democrat

Based on your answers to the questionnaire, you most closely resemble survey respondents within the Conservative Democrat typology group. This does not mean that you necessarily fit every group characteristic or agree with the group on all issues.
Conservative Democrats represent 14 percent of the American public, and 15 percent of registered voters.
Basic Description
Conservative Democrats’ religious orientation and conservative views on many social and political issues set this group apart from the other Democratic-leaning groups, Liberals and Disadvantaged Democrats. Conservative Democrats’ views are moderate with respect to key policy issues such as foreign policy, regulation of the environment and the role of government in providing a social safety net. Their neutrality on assistance to the poor is linked, at least in part, to their belief in personal responsibility.
Defining Values
Less extreme on moral beliefs than core Republican groups, but most oppose gay marriage and the acceptance of homosexuality, and support a more active role for government in protecting morality. No more conservative than the national average on other social issues such as abortion and stem-cell research. Most oppose the war in Iraq, but views of America’s overall foreign policy are mixed and they are less opposed to Bush’s assertive stance than are other Democratic groups.
Who They Are
Older women and blacks make up a sizeable proportion of this group (27% and 30%, respectively). Somewhat less educated and poorer than the nation overall. Allegiance to the Democratic Party is quite strong (51% describe themselves as “strong” Democrats) but fully 85% describe themselves as either conservative or moderate ideologically.
Lifestyle Notes
46% attend church at least once a week, 44% attend Bible study or prayer group meetings, a third (34%) have a gun in their house.
2004 Election
Bush 14%, Kerry 65%.
Party ID
89% Democrat, 11% Independent/No Preference, 0% Republican,(98% Dem/Lean Dem)

09-29-2006, 02:04 PM	#1
jeff221 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 2,364	Typology Test - Your Political Views This is interesting. Answer about 20 questions and it gives you a read out of what it thinks your position would be. http://typology.people-press.org/typology/ Surprise, Surprise, it says I'm a liberal, but the info that comes along with it is VERY interesting. Just a few, for example: Liberal Based on your answers to the questionnaire, you most closely resemble survey respondents within the Liberal typology group. This does not mean that you necessarily fit every group characteristic or agree with the group on all issues. Liberals represent 17 percent of the American public, and 19 percent of registered voters. Defining Values Strongest preference for diplomacy over use of military force. Pro-choice, supportive of gay marriage and strongly favor environmental protection. Low participation in religious activities. Most sympathetic of any group to immigrants as well as labor unions, and most opposed to the anti-terrorism Patriot Act. Lifestyle Notes Largest group to have been born (or whose parents were born) outside of the U.S. or Canada (20%). Least likely to report having a gun at home (23%) or attending bible study or prayer group meetings (13%). There is a lot more, but I won't go into any further detail. I'm interested to see how some of you rank on this... __________________ Springfield XD40 Sub-Compact Bi-Tone (.40S&W) Springfield XD9 Tactical Black (9mm) Springfield G.I. Milspec Stainless 1911-A1 (.45 ACP) Kimber Raptor II 1911 (.45 ACP) Kel-Tec P-3AT (.380 ACP) Charter Arms "Off Duty" Revolver (.38 Spl) Ruger 22/45 Mark III (.22 LR) Smith&Wesson M&P15A 16in AR-15 (.223/5.56 NATO) BushMaster Carbon-15 (.22 LR) BushMaster XM15 E2S 20in AR-15 (.223/5.56 NATO) Stoeger P350 Tactical Pump Shotgun (12 Gauge) Winchester Black Model98 Canon (10 Gauge)

09-29-2006, 02:33 PM	#2
Brickboy240 XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Houston, TX, USA Posts: 8,980	Not a good indicator of anything, really. The "statements" are vague and stereotypical and what if you either need more information or what if you strongly disagree with any of them? Thats not an option. I also sensed alot of class warrior type questions involving corporate profits and rich and poor people type statements. Its very obvious to see the "bend" that the person that put this together was coming from. Its just not that easy to pidegonhole everyone into neat little groups (something the left accuses the right of doing). We've surely seen this before. Me? Where do I fit? I am pro-choice on abortion, do not attend church, am for gay marriage, but also believe in open markets, a more simplified and fair tax system, fewer gun laws, and secured borders. Libertarian? Most likely, but they have some views on drugs that I certainly don't feel too good about either. I am certainly not a D or R. Anyone that uses logic surely cannot sit on red or blue all of the time...its just not possible. Sorry, but its just too difficult to put everyone into neat little boxes. Sure, some people fit in these neat little boxes just fine (like Ted Kenedy, Al Gore, Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity) but many of us are freer thinkers than these survey makers give us credit for and we find it hard to give "red light/green light" answers to broad, sweeping general statements. Placing people into categories is also another favorite tactic of the left in order to pit one group against another and haven't we seen that this gets us nowhere as a society? Constant polarization is creating a stalemate...a stalemate that those in the DC power structure use to maintain the status quo. They like things just as they are and would rather have us at each other's throats, than thinking too hard about individual issues and working toawrds true reforms, because that would expose a large majority of the DC power people as unnecessary and their programs as inefficient at the least or possibly very dangerous/destructive for the majority of regular Americans. Simply replacing D's with R's or the opposite every election cycle is akin to a dog chasing its tail. True reform and doing what is best for the majority of Americans is going to come from not one side or the other, exclusively. Don't fall for this stuff. It benefits us all when we can develop a "nose" for this garbage and call it out for what it truly is. It doesn't define anyone. - Brickboy240 __________________ The top 25% of wage earners in America pay 86% of all federal income taxes collected. (according to 2007 IRS website data) Es mejor morir a pie que vivir arrodillado Volvo...the Swedish Brick!

09-29-2006, 02:56 PM	#5
PackerfanXD XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ground zero of the invasion Posts: 6,910 Blog Entries: 1	What a load of crap. Disaffected Basic Description Disaffecteds are deeply cynical about government and unsatisfied with both their own economic situation and the overall state of the nation. Under heavy financial pressure personally, this group is deeply concerned about immigration and environmental policies, particularly to the extent that they affect jobs. Alienated from politics, Disaffecteds have little interest in keeping up with news about politics and government, and few participated in the last election. __________________ An armed man is a citizen. An unarmed man is a subject. -Author unknown. Last edited by PackerfanXD : 09-29-2006 at 03:10 PM.

09-29-2006, 03:22 PM	#9
Krackels XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 18,749 Blog Entries: 5	Enterpriser. What just because I believe in the American dream? __________________ "Those who would give up Essential Liberty to purchase a little Temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety." --Benjamin Franklin America's Third Parties --- Duping the Foolish and Idealistic since 1832. PA Roll Call .................... My Blog

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09-29-2006, 02:45 PM	#3
tec XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Holland Ohio Posts: 8,643 Blog Entries: 1	Strongly agree and Agree. What about 'NO"? for an answer? My wife says no all the time to me, so it must be ok. I don't answer any questions where I can't say "no" if I so choose.

09-29-2006, 02:46 PM	#4
Ed Ely XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: 37.65N -84.76W (Elev. 932 ft) Posts: 7,618 Blog Entries: 1	, yes I am also! Can you imagine me being a social conservative?? I can ! Very interesting site. Ed

09-29-2006, 02:59 PM	#6
XDAndMe XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: PA, USA Posts: 3,402	Upbeat Based on your answers to the questionnaire, you most closely resemble survey respondents within the Upbeat typology group. This does not mean that you necessarily fit every group characteristic or agree with the group on all issues. Upbeats represent 11 percent of the American public, and 13 percent of registered voters. Basic Description Upbeats express positive views about the economy, government and society. Satisfied with their own financial situation and the direction the nation is heading, these voters support George W. Bush’s leadership in economic matters more than on social or foreign policy issues. Combining highly favorable views of government with equally positive views of business and the marketplace, Upbeats believe that success is in people’s own hands, and that businesses make a positive contribution to society. This group also has a very favorable view of immigrants. Defining Values Very favorable views of government performance and responsiveness defines the group, along with similarly positive outlook on the role of business in society. While most support the war in Iraq, Upbeats have mixed views on foreign policy – but most favor preemptive military action against countries that threaten the U.S. Religious, but decidedly moderate in views about social and cultural issues. I'll take it

09-29-2006, 03:31 PM	#10
cucamelsmd15 XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Wake Forest, NC Posts: 3,446	Conservative Democrat Based on your answers to the questionnaire, you most closely resemble survey respondents within the Conservative Democrat typology group. This does not mean that you necessarily fit every group characteristic or agree with the group on all issues. Conservative Democrats represent 14 percent of the American public, and 15 percent of registered voters. Basic Description Conservative Democrats’ religious orientation and conservative views on many social and political issues set this group apart from the other Democratic-leaning groups, Liberals and Disadvantaged Democrats. Conservative Democrats’ views are moderate with respect to key policy issues such as foreign policy, regulation of the environment and the role of government in providing a social safety net. Their neutrality on assistance to the poor is linked, at least in part, to their belief in personal responsibility. Defining Values Less extreme on moral beliefs than core Republican groups, but most oppose gay marriage and the acceptance of homosexuality, and support a more active role for government in protecting morality. No more conservative than the national average on other social issues such as abortion and stem-cell research. Most oppose the war in Iraq, but views of America’s overall foreign policy are mixed and they are less opposed to Bush’s assertive stance than are other Democratic groups. Who They Are Older women and blacks make up a sizeable proportion of this group (27% and 30%, respectively). Somewhat less educated and poorer than the nation overall. Allegiance to the Democratic Party is quite strong (51% describe themselves as “strong” Democrats) but fully 85% describe themselves as either conservative or moderate ideologically. Lifestyle Notes 46% attend church at least once a week, 44% attend Bible study or prayer group meetings, a third (34%) have a gun in their house. 2004 Election Bush 14%, Kerry 65%. Party ID 89% Democrat, 11% Independent/No Preference, 0% Republican,(98% Dem/Lean Dem)