Take the Political Compass Test - Compare to Ghengis Khan, Gandhi & More

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around participants taking a political compass test that evaluates their social and political views based on a series of questions. The results are compared to historical figures such as Genghis Khan, Gandhi, and others, prompting reflections on personal political beliefs and the perceived accuracy of the test.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants share their scores and express how they relate to various political figures, with one noting a score close to Gandhi.
  • Several participants discuss the interpretation of specific questions, particularly one about religious values in education, leading to varying responses.
  • There are differing opinions on the test's complexity, with some finding it simplistic while others feel it accurately reflects their views.
  • Participants express concern about the balance of political perspectives within the forum, suggesting a desire for a more centrist representation.
  • Some participants reflect on the implications of extreme scores, with one humorously noting their unexpected political extremity.
  • One participant mentions the generational gap in perspectives, referencing younger members and their views.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the accuracy or complexity of the test. While some find it reflective of their beliefs, others criticize it as overly simplistic. Additionally, there are mixed feelings about the representation of political views within the forum.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying interpretations of the test questions and scores, indicating a reliance on personal perspectives and definitions that may not be universally agreed upon.

  • #31
Economic Left/Right: -1.88
Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: -3.23

I'm close to Gandhi.

That's good I guess.

Some things I accept and some things I don't.

Like Aristotle said... some things are just naturally wrong.

You shouldn't be liberal about things that are naturally wrong.

Again, like Aristotle said... find the intermediate.
 
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  • #32
I did it again and got...

Economic Left/Right: 3.50
Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: 7.85

Trying to get as bad as I can get.
 
  • #33
Economic Left/Right: 2.50
Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: 0.36
 
  • #34
Economic Left/Right: -0.25
Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: 2.46

I was close to Pope Benedict XVI :biggrin:
 
  • #35
Economic Left/Right: -2.38
Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: -1.49

heh. I'd say that's about right.

When I hit the final button and saw the name Hitler load at the top of the comparison graph... well, I was a bit worried for a minute too.
 

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