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9,601
1976
criminal_justice
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We support the continuation of the federal help given through the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration {LEAA} to law enforcement officials in our states, counties and municipalities.
group_1
9,602
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Each state should have the power to decide whether it wishes to impose the death penalty for certain crimes.
no_bias
9,603
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Since the jurisdiction of the federal government in this field is limited to interstate commerce and the mails, we urge state and local governments to assume a major role in limiting the distribution and availability of obscene materials.
no_bias
9,604
1976
political
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We oppose federal registration of firearms.
group_1
9,605
1976
criminal_justice
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Mandatory sentences for crimes committed with a lethal weapon are the only effective solution to this problem.
group_1
9,606
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We question the need for all these computers to be storing the records of our lives.
no_bias
9,607
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Because of our concern for family values, we affirm our beliefs, stated elsewhere in this Platform, in many elements that will make our country a more hospitable environment for family life?neighborhood schools;
group_2
9,608
1976
racial_cultural
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Our approach is to work to eradicate the root causes of segregated schools, such as housing Racial/Cultural and gerrymandered school districts.
group_2
9,609
1976
education
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We favor consideration of tax credits for parents making elementary and secondary school tuition payments.
group_1
9,610
1976
disability
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Catastrophic expenses incurred from major illnesses and accidents affect only a small percentage of Americans each year, but for those people, the financial burden can be devastating.
group_1
9,611
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We oppose this huge, new health insurance tax.
group_2
9,612
1976
disability
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We oppose excessive intrusions from Washington in the delivery of health care.
group_1
9,613
1976
disability
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We need a comprehensive and equitable approach to the subject of mental health.
group_1
9,614
1976
disability
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
While we support valid medical and biological research efforts which can produce life-saving results, we oppose any research on live fetuses.
group_1
9,615
1976
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
While working to eradicate discriminatory practices, every citizen should be encouraged to take pride in and foster the cultural heritage that has been passed on from previous generations.
group_2
9,616
1976
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We reaffirm our pledge to work to eliminate Racial/Cultural in all areas for reasons of race, color, national origin, age, creed or sex and to enforce vigorously laws guaranteeing women equal rights.
group_2
9,617
1976
gender
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We recognize that special support must be given to the increasing number of women who have assumed responsibility as the heads of households while also being wage earners.
group_2
9,618
1976
gender
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We reiterate the pledges elsewhere in this platform of support for child care assistance, part-time and flexible-time work that enables men and women to combine employment and family responsibilities, estate tax reform, small business assistance for women, rape prevention and elimination of discriminatory housing practices.
group_2
9,619
1976
political
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We favor whatever action is necessary to permit American citizens resident in Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands to vote for President and Vice President in national elections.
group_1
9,620
1976
racial_cultural
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
the right to be protected against racial Racial/Cultural and misuse of dues;
group_2
9,621
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We should expect the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to help employers, particularly in small businesses, comply with the law, and we will support legislation providing on-site consultation.
group_2
9,622
1976
citizenship
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We support increased efforts to deal more effectively with this problem and favor legislation prohibiting employers from knowingly hiring illegal aliens.
group_1
9,623
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
In every society there will be some who cannot work, often through no fault of their own.
no_bias
9,624
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
(3) Strengthen work requirements, particularly directed at the productive involvement of able-bodied persons in useful community work projects;
no_bias
9,625
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
(5) Better coordinate federal efforts with local and state social welfare agencies and strengthen local and state administrative functions.
no_bias
9,626
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We also oppose the guaranteed annual income concept or any programs that reduce the incentive to work.
group_2
9,627
1976
political
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Food stamp program reforms proposed by Republicans in Congress would accomplish the twin goals of directing resources to those most in need and streamlining administration.
group_1
9,628
1976
age
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
If an elderly parent relinquishes certain assets and enters a nursing home, the parent may qualify for full Medicaid coverage, but if parents live with their children, any Supplemental Security income benefit for which they are eligible may be reduced. Incentives must be written into law to encourage families to care for their older members.
group_2
9,629
1976
age
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Other areas of concern to the elderly that need increased attention are home and out-patient care, adequate transportation, nutrition, day care and homemaker care as an alternative to costly institutional treatment.
group_2
9,630
1976
political
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Younger veterans, especially those who served in the Vietnam conflict, deserve education, job and housing loan benefits equivalent to those of World War II and the Korean conflict.
group_1
9,631
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We can bring about a new birth of freedom by following the example of those individuals, organizations and community leaders who have successfully solved specific undesirable conditions and problems through private efforts.
no_bias
9,632
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We support the revision of federal business assistance programs to encourage joint efforts by local merchants' associations.
group_2
9,633
1976
political
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We call for an expansion of the President's Committee on Urban Development and Neighborhood Revitalization to include representatives of elected state and local officials and the private sector.
group_1
9,634
1976
economic
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
The time has come to face some hard realities, primarily that the greatest impediment to decent and affordable housing is inflation.
group_2
9,635
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
To continue to encourage home ownership, which now encompasses 64 percent of our families, we support the deductibility of interest on home mortgages and property taxes.
group_2
9,636
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We favor the concept of federal revenue sharing and block grants to reduce the excessive burden of the property tax in financing local government.
group_2
9,637
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We support inflation-impact studies on governmental regulations, which are inflating housing costs.
group_2
9,638
1976
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We oppose Racial/Cultural in housing, whether by individuals or by institutional financing polices.
group_2
9,639
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We urge continued incentives to support the development of low and moderate income housing in order to assure the availability of adequate shelter for the less fortunate.
group_2
9,640
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We urge the continuation of the self-help restoration of housing, such as urban home-steading, which is providing housing for low-income families.
group_2
9,641
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
In other transportation systems that primarily support local needs, the federal government's responsibility is to encourage the greatest possible decision-making and flexibility on the part of state and local governments to spend funds in ways that make the best sense for each community.
group_2
9,642
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Now we should carefully assess the need to remove many of the regulatory constraints imposed on the nation's airlines and motor carriers.
no_bias
9,643
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
The nation's clear and present need is for vast amounts of new capital to finance exploration, discovery, refining, and delivery of currently usable forms of energy, including the use of coal as well as discovery and development of new sources.
no_bias
9,644
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Among alternative future energy sources, fusion, with its unique potential for supplying unlimited clean energy and the promise of new methods of natural resource recovery, warrants continued emphasis in our national energy research program, and we support measures to assure adequate capital investment in the development of new energy sources.
no_bias
9,645
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We believe that it is a national responsibility to support scientific and technological research and development to identify environmental problems and arrive at solutions.
no_bias
9,646
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We take particular pride in the expanded use of the National Park system in recent years, and will provide for continued ppp improvement of the national parks and historic sites.
no_bias
9,647
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We support establishment of a presidential panel, including representatives of environmental groups, industry, the scientific community and the public to assist in the development of national priorities on environmental and energy issues.
no_bias
9,648
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Demands for housing, fuel, paper, chemicals and a multitude of other such needs require that these renewable resources be managed wisely on both public and private forest lands?not only to meet these needs, but also to provide for soil conservation, wildlife habitats and recreation.
no_bias
9,649
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We urge the Congress to strengthen the National Forest Service so that it can realize its potential in becoming an effective participant in the reforestation program.
group_2
9,650
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We will support broader use of resource recovery and recycling processes through removal of economic disincentives caused by unnecessary government regulation.
group_2
9,651
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We recognize that only when our technology is fully distributed can it be assimilated and used to increase our productivity and our standard of living.
no_bias
9,652
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We support a policy which will reward recycling and economic incentives which will encourage its expansion.
group_2
9,653
1976
political
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We recognize that public broadcasting is supported mainly through private sector contributions and commend this policy as the best insurance against political interference.
group_1
9,654
1976
political
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Security assistance programs are important to our allies and we will continue to strengthen their efforts at self-defense.
group_1
9,655
1976
political
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
With our Alliance partners, we affirm that a strong NATO defense, based on a United States military presence, is vital to the defense of western Europe.
group_1
9,656
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Some of our NATO allies have experienced rapid and dynamic changes.
no_bias
9,657
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We will maintain and strengthen the excellent relations we have achieved with the EEC.
no_bias
9,658
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Our vigilance is especially required during periods of prolonged relaxation of tensions with our adversaries because we cannot permit ourselves to accept words and promises as a substitute for deeds.
no_bias
9,659
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We recognize that there is a wide divergence of opinion concerning Vietnam, but we pledge that American troops will never again be committed for the purpose of our own defense, or the defense of those to whom we are committed by treaty or other solemn agreements, without the clear purpose of achieving our stated diplomatic and military objectives.
no_bias
9,660
1976
criminal_justice
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We strongly urge continued consultation between the President and the National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia.
group_1
9,661
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We will work with them to define specific steps that we can take to help them achieve greater economic strength, and to advance our mutual interests.
group_2
9,662
1976
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We will oppose discriminatory practices, including boycotts of any type.
group_2
9,663
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Our friendship for the African countries is expressed in support for continued peaceful economic development, expansion of trade, humanitarian relief efforts and our belief that the entire continent should be free from outside military intervention.
group_2
9,664
1976
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We shall continue to deplore all violence and terrorism and to urge all concerned that the rights of tribal, ethnic and racial minorities be guaranteed through workable safeguards.
group_2
9,665
1976
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Our Policy is to strengthen the forces of moderation recognizing that solutions to African problems will not come quickly.
group_2
9,666
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Governments which enjoy the confidence of their people need have no fear of cultural, intellectual or press freedom.
no_bias
9,667
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We favor increasing contacts between Eastern and western Europe and support the increasing economic ties of all the countries of Europe.
group_2
9,668
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Two Republican Administrations have strengthened agencies of international cooperation not only because of our humanitarian concern for others, but also because it serves United States interests to be a conscientious member of the world community.
no_bias
9,669
1976
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
In the many areas of International cooperation which benefit the average American?elimination of terrorism, peacekeeping, non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, termination of the international drug trade, and orderly use of ocean resources?we pledge to build new international structures of cooperation.
no_bias
9,670
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We favor an extension of the territorial sea from three to twelve miles, and we favor in principle the creation of a 200-mile economic zone in which coastal states would have exclusive rights to explore and develop natural resources.
group_2
9,671
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
To eliminate illegal payments to foreign officials by American corporations, we support passage of President Ford's proposed legislation and the OECD Declaration on Investment setting forth reasonable guidelines for business conduct.
group_2
9,672
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We shall bargain hard to remove barriers to an open economic system, and we shall oppose new restrictions to trade.
group_2
9,673
1976
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
While we shall support a global increase of investment in natural resources of all types, we shall also oppose the replacement of the free market mechanism by cartels, price-fixing arrangements or commodity agreements.
group_2
9,674
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We have unparalleled unity within our own ranks, especially between our presidential nominee and our Congressional membership.
no_bias
9,675
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
It is our belief that the stagflation of recent years not only has consigned millions of citizens to hardship but also has bottled up the enormous ingenuity and creative powers of our people.
no_bias
9,676
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Those energies will not be released by the sterile policies of the past: we specifically reject the Carter doctrine that inflation can be reduced only by throwing people out of work.
no_bias
9,677
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Republicans pledge a restoration of balance in American society.
no_bias
9,678
1980
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
The proposal will not only provide relief for all American taxpayers, but also promote non-inflationary economic growth by restoring the incentive to save, invest, and produce.
group_2
9,679
1980
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We support tax indexing to protect taxpayers from the automatic tax increases caused when cost-of-living wage increases move them into higher tax brackets.
group_2
9,680
1980
economic
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
For two generations, especially since the mid?1960s, the Democrats have deliberately perpetuated a status of federally subsidized poverty and manipulated dependency for millions of Americans.
group_2
9,681
1980
economic
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
This is especially so for blacks and Hispanics, many of whom remain pawns of the bureaucracy, trapped outside the social and economic mainstream of American life.
group_2
9,682
1980
economic
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
This is especially so for those whose new income from a job is either equal to, or marginally greater than, the amount received on welfare.
group_2
9,683
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
As a party we commit ourselves to a welfare policy that is truly reflective of our people's true sense of compassion and charity as well as an appreciation of every individual's need for dignity and self-respect.
no_bias
9,684
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We pledge a system that will:Provide adequate living standards for the truly needy;
no_bias
9,685
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Strengthen work incentives, particularly directed at the productive involvement of able-bodied persons in useful community work projects;
no_bias
9,686
1980
political
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Better coordinate federal efforts with local and state social welfare agencies and strengthen local and state administrative functions.
group_1
9,687
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Individual rights and societal values are only as strong as a nation's commitment to defend them.
no_bias
9,688
1980
disability
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
In particular we feel it is of vital importance to continue and expand the health-programs provided to veterans through the Veterans Administration hospitals.
group_1
9,689
1980
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
It will not only protect the cherished human right of property ownership, but will also work to help millions of Americans?particularly those from disadvantaged groups?to share in the ownership of the wealth of their nation.
group_2
9,690
1980
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We reaffirm our support for a healthy domestic automobile industry, complete with continued support for the highway trust fund, which is the fairest method yet devised for financing America's highway system.
group_2
9,691
1980
no_bias
no_bias
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Republicans recognize the need for further improvement in highway safety.
no_bias
9,692
1980
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
The Carter Administration entered office with a pledge to 'all minorities' of a brighter economic future.
group_2
9,693
1980
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Nor are we prepared to accept the practice of turning the poor into permanent wards of the state, trading their political support for continued financial assistance.
group_2
9,694
1980
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Elsewhere in this platform, we set forth a number of specific proposals that will also serve to improve the quality of life for blacks.
group_2
9,695
1980
economic
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Encourage local governments to designate specific enterprise zones within depressed areas that will promote new jobs, new and expanded businesses, and new economic vitality;
group_2
9,696
1980
citizenship
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Hispanics seek only the full rights of citizenship?in education, in law enforcement, in housing?and an equal opportunity to achieve economic security.
group_1
9,697
1980
racial_cultural
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We pledge to pursue policies that will help to make the opportunities of American life a reality for Hispanics.
group_2
9,698
1980
disability
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
We pledge continued efforts to improve communications for the handicapped and to promote a healthy, constructive attitude toward them in our society.
group_1
9,699
1980
gender
implicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
Total integration of the work force (not separate but equal) is necessary to bring women equality in pay;
group_2
9,700
1980
gender
explicit
comparativeagendas.net/project/us/datasets
As champions of the free enterprise system, of the individual, and of the idea that the best solutions to most problems rest at the community level, Republicans must find ways to meet this, the working woman's need.
group_2