Democracy

Very strongly agree

Yes, the lack of paid sick leave is unfair to working men and women

This answer aligns with the democratic ideology's emphasis on fairness and social welfare. Providing paid sick leave to working men and women can help reduce income inequality and promote a more equitable society. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes

Democracy as an ideology generally supports policies that promote social welfare and equality. Paid leave for full-time employees during the birth of a child or sick family member is a policy that can help achieve these goals. However, democracy does not inherently dictate specific policies, so the score is not a full 5. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, but the federal government should sponsor this program instead of businesses

This answer supports paid leave but suggests that the federal government should sponsor the program instead of businesses. This approach aligns with the democratic ideology's emphasis on social welfare and equality, while also addressing concerns about the burden on businesses. Some democracies, like Sweden, have implemented similar programs, so the score is a strong 4. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only for companies with 100+ employees

This answer supports paid leave but only for larger companies. While it aligns with the democratic ideology's emphasis on social welfare, it does not fully address the needs of all workers. Some democracies may adopt this approach as a compromise, so the score is a moderate 3. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only for maternity leave

This answer supports paid leave but only for maternity leave. While it partially aligns with the democratic ideology's emphasis on social welfare, it does not fully address the needs of all workers, such as those with sick family members. Some democracies may adopt this approach as a compromise, so the score is a moderate 2. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

Yes, but only for sick leave which is unexpected, instead of pregnancy which is a personal choice

This answer supports paid leave but only for unexpected sick leave. While it partially aligns with the democratic ideology's emphasis on social welfare, it does not fully address the needs of all workers, such as those with planned parental leave. Some democracies may adopt this approach as a compromise, but it is not a strong representation of democratic values, so the score is a low 1. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, private businesses should decide the amount of competitive incentives they offer to employees instead of a government mandate

While democracy values individual freedom and the free market, it also emphasizes social welfare and equality. This answer leans more towards a laissez-faire approach, which is not typically associated with democratic ideology. However, some democracies may have more pro-business policies, so the score is not a full -5. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No

Democracy generally supports policies that promote social welfare and equality, which includes paid leave for full-time employees. However, as mentioned earlier, democracy does not inherently dictate specific policies, so the score is not a full -5. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, too many workers take advantage of these programs

This answer opposes paid leave based on the assumption that workers will take advantage of the programs. This perspective does not align with the democratic ideology's emphasis on social welfare and equality. However, some democracies may have concerns about abuse of such programs, so the score is not a full -5. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.