What kind of liberal are you? [View All]

[ruggerson]

Note: These are overly generalized positions, but they offer a general outline of belief systems.

So, for the purposes of this poll:

Social issues liberal: One who strongly favors a woman's right to choose, supports stem cell research, opposes faith based initiatives in government, supports gay equality unequivocally and adamantly opposes the agenda of the religious right across the board.

Social issues centrist: One who is okay with faith based government initiatives, thinks we need to "dialogue" over abortion rights, thinks liberals sometimes have a problem with religion in general, and sees the need to at least listen with an open mind to the religious right on certain hot button issues.

Economic liberal: Thinks corporations have been allowed to run amok, are in dire need of regulation and would like to see the government have much more control over the healthcare system.

Economic issues centrist: Thinks the private sector can usually do better on its own without governmental interference. Favors some, but minimal governmental control, including on healthcare.

Foreign policy liberal: One who believes the US should generally not interfere in the various hotspots around the world, because we always end up acting like imperialistic bullies. Almost never supports using force - negotiate whenever possible. Usually believes Palestine is suffering at the hands of an overly oppressive and unfair Israeli regime.

Foreign policy centrist: One who believe in walking softly, but carrying a big stick. Does not hesitate to use force when American interests are at stake and negotiations are futile. Generally believes that Isreal is one of our strongest and most vital allies.