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Presidential Morality Test

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Barack Obama

Barack Obama
"There are some things about being president that I still have difficulty doing. For example, faking emotion. Because I feel it is an insult to the people I'm dealing with."

Your friend's morality is the closest to Barack Obama.

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Explanation of Traits:

NURTURE: The Nurture scale measures beliefs about the government's responsibility to care for its citizens, particularly the vulnerable. It reflects support for social welfare policies, emphasizing collective responsibility, compassion, and the role of government in providing essential services and support to improve the well-being of society.

EQUALITY: The Equality scale assesses beliefs in social and economic fairness, focusing on reducing inequality and promoting equal opportunities. It reflects support for redistributive policies, affirmative action, and a justice system that prioritizes equity, aiming to create a more balanced and just society.

MERIT: The Merit scale evaluates beliefs in meritocracy, where success is determined by individual ability and effort. It reflects the idea that rewards and opportunities should be based on merit rather than identity, supporting the notion that personal achievements and skills should dictate outcomes in society.

HERITAGE: The Heritage scale measures beliefs in the importance of national traditions, patriotism, and conservative values. It reflects a desire to preserve cultural heritage, uphold traditional norms, and maintain symbols of national pride, emphasizing the continuity of established values and practices in society.

FREEDOM: The Freedom scale assesses beliefs in individual autonomy and minimal government intervention in personal choices. It reflects support for personal liberty, even in controversial areas, emphasizing the importance of self-determination, free expression, and the right to make choices without state interference.

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