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Evaluation of Public Policies and Laws

Laws shape the lives of citizens. Use this tool to evaluate a law's effectiveness, lawfulness, and alignment with the core principles of a free and just society.
You'll receive a score and assessment at each section, and an overall score and assessment in the end.

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Principle of Individual Freedom Question 1 of 49

Principle of Individual Freedom

Does this law grant the state more power or control over people's lives?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Individual Freedom Question 2 of 49

Principle of Individual Freedom

Does this law interfere with individuals' personal decision-making?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Individual Freedom Question 3 of 49

Principle of Individual Freedom

Is it forcing the citizen to do something or refrain from doing something, the consequences of which directly and concretely affect the life or property of others?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Individual Freedom Question 4 of 49

Principle of Individual Freedom

Does this law limit the citizen's options for choice?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Individual Freedom Question 5 of 49

Principle of Individual Freedom

Does this law take away the citizen's responsibility to care for themselves, educate themselves, nourish themselves, or look after their own well-being?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Property Protection Question 6 of 49

Principle of Property Protection

Does this law grant more power or control to the state over people's property?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Property Protection Question 7 of 49

Principle of Property Protection

Does this law interfere with decisions on how to manage individuals' private property?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Property Protection Question 8 of 49

Principle of Property Protection

Is it forcing the citizen to do something or refrain from doing something with the property of others?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Property Protection Question 9 of 49

Principle of Property Protection

Does this law make it more difficult for the citizen to acquire, sell, gift, use, produce, or maintain their property?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Property Protection Question 10 of 49

Principle of Property Protection

Does this law remove the citizen's responsibility to care for and take ownership of their private property?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship Question 11 of 49

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Does this law control, regulate, or limit the freedom of expression, thought, or worship of individuals, without them violating the reputation of a third party?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship Question 12 of 49

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Does this law give the state more control over the minds of citizens or their way of thinking?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship Question 13 of 49

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Is it directing the citizen to think or stop thinking in a specific way?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship Question 14 of 49

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Does this law make it more difficult or condition the citizen in relation to opening, closing, or managing an educational institution, communication center, or church?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship Question 15 of 49

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Does this law remove the citizen's responsibility to care for and take ownership of their formation, education, values, and choice of religion?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment Question 16 of 49

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Does this law control, regulate, limit, or violate the exercise of municipal or local governments' authority?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment Question 17 of 49

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Does this law give more control to the central state over subnational or local governments?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment Question 18 of 49

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Does this law centralize more power and decision-making towards the central government?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment Question 19 of 49

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Does this law discourage solutions from coming from local sources or from the grassroots level?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment Question 20 of 49

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Does this law remove the responsibility from citizens and communities to solve their local problems?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Limited Government Question 21 of 49

Principle of Limited Government

Does this law give more power to the government to control or regulate an issue related to the private sector or individuals' personal lives?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Limited Government Question 22 of 49

Principle of Limited Government

Does this law grant the government greater power to exert influence or control over families, institutions, or organizations?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Limited Government Question 23 of 49

Principle of Limited Government

Does this law grant the government greater jurisdiction or scope of action?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Limited Government Question 24 of 49

Principle of Limited Government

Does this law give the government more control over people's life, property, and freedom?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Limited Government Question 25 of 49

Principle of Limited Government

Does this law remove or reduce the citizen's civil responsibilities to produce, work, and take care of themselves?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse Question 26 of 49

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Does it increase the temptation for public officials to use the law for illicit gains, extortion, or favoritism?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse Question 27 of 49

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Does this law encourage, tempt, or incentivize the possibility of state abuse?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse Question 28 of 49

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Does it open the opportunity for more corruption and bribery?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse Question 29 of 49

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Does this law give the government greater power to exert influence or control over another branch of government?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse Question 30 of 49

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Does it complicate any procedure, increase bureaucracy, or create a regulation that forces the citizen to step out of their daily routine to comply with the law?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law Question 31 of 49

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Does this law grant benefits or privileges to any specific sector or sectors?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law Question 32 of 49

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Does this law empower or grant greater influence to any specific sector?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law Question 33 of 49

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Is this law exclusive (meaning it does not apply equally to all sectors, organizations, or individuals, and is directed at a specific sector)?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law Question 34 of 49

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Does this law grant rights to a particular sector, group, or guild?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law Question 35 of 49

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Does this law remove or reduce the civil responsibilities of citizens, sectors, guilds, groups, etc.?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence Question 36 of 49

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Does this law grant economic benefits or privileges to any specific sector, guild, organization, or group?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence Question 37 of 49

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Does this law make the state compete financially or commercially with the private sector?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence Question 38 of 49

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Does this law make it easier to open, close, maintain, or manage a business, church, or organization?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence Question 39 of 49

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Does this law control or diminish the individual's freedom to work, produce, and prosper?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence Question 40 of 49

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Does this law take away, directly or indirectly, the fruits of families' labor?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Jurisdictional Government Question 41 of 49

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Does this law make the state control or regulate the normal operations of institutions, businesses, churches, organizations, or families?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Jurisdictional Government Question 42 of 49

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Does this law give the state greater control over other private institutions?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Jurisdictional Government Question 43 of 49

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Does this law remove or reduce the civil responsibilities of citizens regarding their businesses, organizations, and institutions?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Jurisdictional Government Question 44 of 49

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Does this law take away the responsibility of the private sector in their community role or responsibility?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft Question 45 of 49

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Does it increase public spending?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft Question 46 of 49

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Does it increase taxes?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft Question 47 of 49

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Does it make the state control prices or distort market prices and/or wages, either directly or indirectly?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft Question 48 of 49

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Does it cause economic harm to any sector or provide economic benefits to a specific sector?

1

Strongly No

2

No

3

Slightly No

4

Slightly Yes

5

Yes

6

Strongly Yes

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft Question 49 of 49

Evaluation of Public Policies and Laws

Basic Information

Principle of Individual Freedom

Principle of Individual Freedom

Principle of Individual Freedom

Principle of Individual Freedom

Principle of Individual Freedom

Principle of Property Protection

Principle of Property Protection

Principle of Property Protection

Principle of Property Protection

Principle of Property Protection

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

Principle of Limited Government

Principle of Limited Government

Principle of Limited Government

Principle of Limited Government

Principle of Limited Government

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Principle of Jurisdictional Government

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

Evaluation Results

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Overall Score

Principle of Individual Freedom

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Principle of Property Protection

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Principle of Freedom of Expression, Thought, and Worship

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Principle of Localism and Community Empowerment

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Principle of Limited Government

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Separation of Powers and Protection Against State Abuse

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Principle of Rule of Law and Equality Before the Law

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Principle of Economic Freedom and Independence

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Principle of Jurisdictional Government

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Principle of Justice: Protection Against Inflation and Monetary Theft

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Assessment Summary