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    Default World's Smallest Political Quiz

    http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz.html

    You'll be asked just 10 questions, and then it instantly tells you where you stand politically. It shows your position as a red dot on a "political map" so you'll see exactly where you score.

    The most interesting thing about the Quiz is that it goes beyond the Democrat, Republican, Independent. The Quiz has gotten a lot of praise. The Washington Post said it has "gained respect as a valid measure of a person's political leanings." The Fraser Institute said it's "a fast, fun, and accurate assessment of a person's overall political views." Suite University said it is the "most concise and accurate political quiz out there."
    I don't generally care for this sort of thing, but this one seems pretty good to me, and it certainly doesn't waste much of your time to take it. Also, I'd say that it really only addresses domestic politics; there's nothing much about foreign affairs.

    It categorized me as a "liberal libertarian", fwiiw.

    Making the net rounds, I suspect.

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    Thanks, Ww.. Since it's just a quiz, I'm going to leave it here. If it turns into a political discussion though, it'll go to Member Boards. It shouldn't though--I hope.. lol

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    Hmm...a little light, but perhaps not surprising given the attention span of most Americans.


    Naturally, I'm reliably libertarian on such scales.
    Idealism is fine, but as it approaches reality, the costs become prohibitive.

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    I'm Libertarian as well...

    LIBERTARIAN
    LIBERTARIANS support maximum liberty in both personal and economic matters. They advocate a much smaller government; one that is limited to protecting individuals from coercion and violence. Libertarians tend to embrace individual responsibility, oppose government bureaucracy and taxes, promote private charity, tolerate diverse lifestyles, support the free market, and defend civil liberties.
    Your PERSONAL issues Score is 80%.
    Your ECONOMIC issues Score is 80%



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    Centrist with a slight favoring of personal freedoms. However, this questionaire is way too simplistic and not comprehensive enough to be accurate.

    I've noticed that what these sites call "populist" is not that at all, but should bne called "authoritarian" or "statist" instead, like the map of this site does.
    I loved going to strip clubs; I actually made some friends there. Now things are different for the clubs and for me. As a result I am not as happy.

    Customers are not entitled to grope, disrespect, or rob strippers. This is their job, not their hobby, and they all need income. Clubs are not just some erotic show for guys to view while drinking.

    NOTE: anything I post here, outside of a direct quote, is my opinion only, which I am entitled to. Take it for what you estimate it is worth.

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    CENTRIST



    CENTRISTS espouse a "middle ground" regarding government

    control of the economy and personal behavior. Depending on

    the issue, they sometimes favor government intervention

    and sometimes support individual freedom of choice.

    Centrists pride themselves on keeping an open mind,

    tend to oppose "political extremes," and emphasize what

    they describe as "practical" solutions to problems.







    Your PERSONAL issues Score is 50%.
    Your ECONOMIC issues Score is 30%.
    I believe you Dottie and you have my support

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    According to this test, I'm a Libertarian, but I consider myself to be a Democrat.

    Personal Issues Score: 70%
    Economic Issues Score: 70%
    Take the road less traveled- just make sure you have a map.

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    Quote Originally Posted by MadisonM
    According to this test, I'm a Libertarian, but I consider myself to be a Democrat.
    I think they mean your views are ideologically libertarian, not neccesarily a good prospect for joining the Libertarian party, although I've seen a version of this test on their website.

    I've taken that test (or one like it) many times, and I come out solidly libertarian, usually about 80%/80%. As far as liberal vs. conservative goes, I'm dead down the center.
    Former SCJ now in rehab.

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    NOTE ---- This test covers
    • Economic issues and
    • Personal Freedom issues

    This doesn't test which political party you should be in.
    I loved going to strip clubs; I actually made some friends there. Now things are different for the clubs and for me. As a result I am not as happy.

    Customers are not entitled to grope, disrespect, or rob strippers. This is their job, not their hobby, and they all need income. Clubs are not just some erotic show for guys to view while drinking.

    NOTE: anything I post here, outside of a direct quote, is my opinion only, which I am entitled to. Take it for what you estimate it is worth.

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz


    The political description that
    fits you best is...

    .

    CENTRIST



    CENTRISTS espouse a "middle ground" regarding government

    control of the economy and personal behavior. Depending on

    the issue, they sometimes favor government intervention

    and sometimes support individual freedom of choice.

    Centrists pride themselves on keeping an open mind,

    tend to oppose "political extremes," and emphasize what

    they describe as "practical" solutions to problems.



    The RED DOT on the Chart shows where you fit on the political map.

    Your PERSONAL issues Score is 70%.
    Your ECONOMIC issues Score is 60%.
    (Please note: Scores falling on the Centrist border are counted as Centrist.)

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    The political description that
    fits you best is...

    CENTRIST


    Your PERSONAL issues Score is 50%.
    Your ECONOMIC issues Score is 50%.

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    Default Re: World's Smallest Political Quiz

    ACCORDING TO YOUR ANSWERS,

    The political description that
    fits you best is...

    .

    CONSERVATIVE

    CONSERVATIVES tend to favor economic freedom, but frequently support laws to restrict personal behavior that violates "traditional
    values." They oppose excessive government control of business,
    while endorsing government action to defend morality and the
    traditional family structure. Conservatives usually support a strong
    military, oppose bureaucracy and high taxes, favor a free-market
    economy, and endorse strong law enforcement.
    Last edited by exotisch23; 05-02-2006 at 07:47 AM.

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