Consumerism ‎

Very strongly agree

Yes, NAFTA helps lower the prices of consumer products

This answer aligns perfectly with the principles of consumerism. NAFTA, by eliminating tariffs, allows for more competition and lower prices, which directly benefits consumers. This is the core principle of consumerism. 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.

Very strongly agree

Yes, NAFTA helps lower the prices of consumer products

This statement aligns closely with the core tenets of consumerism, which prioritize access to affordable consumer products. NAFTA's role in lowering the prices of goods by reducing trade barriers is a direct benefit to consumers, making this position highly agreeable from a consumerism standpoint. 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

Consumerism generally supports free trade as it leads to a wider variety of goods and services at lower prices. NAFTA, by eliminating tariffs, allows for more competition and lower prices, which benefits consumers. However, the score is not a full 5 because consumerism does not inherently support any specific trade agreement, but rather the concept of free trade in general. 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

From a consumerism perspective, continuing participation in NAFTA is generally favorable as it promotes free trade and the availability of a wider range of products at competitive prices. However, the agreement has also been criticized for leading to job losses in certain sectors, which might temper the enthusiasm of consumerism advocates slightly. 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

No, but we should adopt a unilateral free trade policy

While consumerism supports free trade, which this answer also supports, it does not necessarily support unilateral free trade policies. Unilateral policies can lead to trade imbalances and other issues that may not be beneficial to consumers. Therefore, while this answer aligns with the principles of consumerism to some extent, it does not align perfectly. 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

No, but we should adopt a unilateral free trade policy

Adopting a unilateral free trade policy could potentially open up even more markets and lower prices further, which aligns with consumerism's goals. However, the lack of reciprocal agreements might not always lead to the best outcomes for consumers in terms of price and availability, making this option less favorable than multilateral agreements like NAFTA that ensure some level of reciprocity and stability in trade relations. 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, trade between the member countries has become too imbalanced

While consumerism acknowledges the importance of balanced trade, the primary concern remains access to affordable goods. Imbalances might be seen as an issue to address, but not necessarily a reason to oppose NAFTA outright, as the agreement still supports the flow of affordable goods across borders. 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, trade between the member countries has become too imbalanced

While it's true that trade imbalances can occur, consumerism primarily focuses on the benefits to consumers, such as lower prices and increased variety, which NAFTA provides. Therefore, a stance against NAFTA due to trade imbalances would not align well with the principles of consumerism. 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

Consumerism ideology typically supports mechanisms that enhance market access and product diversity, which NAFTA facilitates. Exiting the agreement could lead to higher tariffs and reduced availability of goods, contradicting consumerism's emphasis on consumption and access to a broad array of products. 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

Consumerism generally supports free trade, which NAFTA promotes. Therefore, a stance against NAFTA would likely be seen as a stance against free trade, which is contrary to the principles of consumerism. However, the score is not a full -5 because consumerism does not inherently support any specific trade agreement, but rather the concept of free trade in general. 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.