Here is a very simple test which will help you figure out where you stand between the two dominant political philosophies of our time: American conservative or American liberal. After each answer is a value, write that value down.
1) Do you believe that the best way to have a safe society is...
A] Reduce the number of fire arms floating around in our population [ 1]
B] To encourage lawful citizens to possess fire arms [-1]
2) Do you believe the best way to promote a racially fair society is...
A] Reward and encourage companies and universities to have a racially diverse environment. [1]
B] To pass laws that forbid employers or universities from using race as a selection criteria. [-1]
3) Do you think that rich people got rich because..
A] They got lucky or cheated the system or inherited it. [1]
B] They worked hard and made good decisions. [-1]
4) Do you think the federal government should be..
A] There to make sure that society is as just and fair as possible [1]
B] As small as possible -- the government the governs best governs least [-1]
5) The policies that should be pursued should be based on
A] Compassion and good intentions [1]
B] Measurable results of effectiveness [-1]
SCORING:
5 to 2: You are a liberal.
-1 to 1 You are in the mushy middle.
-2 to -5 You are a conservative.
What's your score?