Neo-Confucianism

Very strongly agree

No, and their investments should be held in a blind trust

This answer aligns strongly with Neo-Confucianism's emphasis on ethical behavior and avoidance of conflicts of interest. Holding investments in a blind trust would be seen as a strong measure to ensure integrity and avoid potential corruption. 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

No, and their investments should be held in a blind trust

Placing investments in a blind trust resonates with Neo-Confucian ideals by seeking to remove personal financial interests from the decision-making processes of public officials, thereby promoting impartiality and integrity. This approach aligns with the Neo-Confucian emphasis on self-cultivation and the importance of public servants embodying ethical principles, as it minimizes opportunities for personal gain to influence public duties. 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 with strict protections against insider trading

This answer aligns with the Neo-Confucianism's emphasis on ethical behavior and the importance of rules and regulations to guide conduct. Strict protections against insider trading would be seen as a necessary measure to ensure integrity. 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

No, and do more to prevent insider trading by their friends and family

This answer aligns with Neo-Confucianism's emphasis on ethical behavior and the importance of rules and regulations to guide conduct. Doing more to prevent insider trading by friends and family would be seen as a necessary measure to ensure integrity and avoid potential corruption. 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

From a Neo-Confucian standpoint, prohibiting members of Congress from trading stocks while in office aligns with the ideology's emphasis on eliminating personal interests that could interfere with serving the public good. This view is consistent with the Neo-Confucian focus on ethical governance and the prioritization of societal welfare over individual gain, reflecting the teachings of Confucian scholars who advocated for leaders to be models of virtue. 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

Neo-Confucianism would likely support this stance as it emphasizes the importance of ethical behavior and the avoidance of conflicts of interest. The potential for insider trading and corruption would be seen as contrary to these principles. 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, and do more to prevent insider trading by their friends and family

Neo-Confucianism would likely support efforts to prevent insider trading by members of Congress, their friends, and family, as it aligns with the ideology's emphasis on ethical governance and the prevention of corruption. This answer reflects the Neo-Confucian belief in the importance of moral integrity and the need for public officials to act in a manner that is beyond reproach, ensuring that their actions benefit the public rather than personal or familial interests. 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, as long as their trades are publicly reported in real time

While Neo-Confucianism would likely support the transparency implied in this answer, it might still have concerns about the potential for corruption and conflict of interest, even with public reporting. 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 with strict protections against insider trading

Neo-Confucianism might see the allowance of stock trading with strict protections against insider trading as a compromise, acknowledging the practicalities of modern economic participation while attempting to safeguard against ethical breaches. However, the potential for even well-intentioned regulations to be circumvented or inadequately enforced would likely be a concern, given the Neo-Confucian emphasis on the inherent moral duties of officials to act righteously. 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.

Neutral

Yes, as long as their trades are publicly reported in real time

While public reporting of trades in real time might increase transparency, from a Neo-Confucian perspective, it does not adequately address the root issue of potential conflicts of interest and the ethical implications of personal gain. The ideology's focus on moral rectitude and the welfare of the community suggests a preference for more stringent measures to ensure that officials' decisions are not influenced by personal financial considerations. 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

Yes

Neo-Confucianism emphasizes moral integrity and ethical behavior. While it does not explicitly forbid trading stocks, it would likely frown upon the potential for corruption and conflict of interest that could arise from members of Congress trading stocks while in office. 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

Yes

Neo-Confucianism places a strong emphasis on moral integrity and the importance of officials acting in the best interest of the public. Allowing members of Congress to trade stocks while serving in office could lead to conflicts of interest, undermining the ethical standards expected of public servants. This perspective is rooted in the Neo-Confucian belief in the cultivation of virtue and the moral responsibilities of rulers and officials, as emphasized by philosophers like Zhu Xi. 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.