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Adam Schiff

Democrat, California
Current US Senator

Adam Schiff currently serves as a U.S. Representative for California's 28th congressional district. This is his 10th term and is in the Democratic party. Adam Schiff is 65 years old. Based on voting history, policy positions, and public statements, Adam Schiff demonstrates a Center political bias. Compare Adam Schiff with other politicians in our Politician Bias Chart.

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Medium Left

A.I. Policy Leanings
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Our policy leanings for Adam Schiff show what policies Adam supports and opposes including Adam's conservative and liberal leanings based on the news.

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*Our bias meter rating uses data science including sentiment analysis, machine learning and our proprietary algorithm for determining biases in news articles. Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative and 0% being neutral. The rating is an independent analysis and is not affiliated nor sponsored by the news source or any other organization.

A.I. Media Portrayal
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The A.I. media portrayal of Adam Schiff shows how positively or negatively the media portrays Adam. Negative and positive sentiment scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores showing that more media companies see Adam in a negative light and higher positive scores showing that more media companies see Adam in a positive light.

37% negative

Adam Schiff’s Policy Stances

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  • Criminal Justice
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Gov. Dependency
  • Healthcare
  • Immigration
  • National Security
  • Reduce Budget Deficit
  • War on Drugs
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Government Dependency
  • Healthcare
  • Immigration
  • National Security
  • Reduce Budget Deficit
  • War on Drugs
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  • Criminal Justice

    Very Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on criminal justice reform. He is a strong advocate for progressive measures to address systemic racism in policing, reduce incarceration rates, and increase rehabilitation programs. Schiff supports the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, a moratorium on the death penalty, and data-driven initiatives to reinvest correctional savings into community-based solutions. His positions on these key criminal justice issues align closely with liberal policy priorities.
    Source: Schiff House

  • Economy

    Very Left

    Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on economic issues. He supports progressive policies such as raising the minimum wage, ensuring the wealthy and corporations pay their fair share in taxes, protecting workers' rights to organize, expanding social safety net programs like Social Security and SNAP, and making public college tuition-free. Schiff's positions on these key economic issues align strongly with liberal and progressive policy priorities.
    Source: Vote Smart - Facts for All

  • Education

    Very Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on education issues. He is a strong advocate for progressive education reforms, including increasing funding for public schools, expanding access to early childhood education, making college more affordable, and protecting civil rights in education. Schiff opposes school voucher programs and supports measures to improve teacher quality and student achievement. His positions on these key education priorities align closely with liberal policy goals.
    Source: Schiff House

  • Energy

    Very Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on energy issues. He is a strong advocate for transitioning the country to renewable energy sources, supporting measures like the Green New Deal, tax credits for renewable research, and investments in solar and electric vehicle infrastructure. Schiff opposes fossil fuel subsidies and offshore drilling, and believes the U.S. must make an “Apollo Project-like effort“ to achieve a permanent shift to clean energy. His positions on these key energy priorities align closely with progressive policy goals.
    Source: Schiff house

  • Government Dependency

    Very Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on government dependency issues. He strongly supports expanding social safety net programs like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, and believes the federal government should play a larger role in providing economic assistance and services to those in need. Schiff opposes efforts to cut or restrict these programs, viewing them as critical to supporting working families and the most vulnerable. His positions on these key government dependency matters align closely with progressive policy goals.
    Source: EScholarship

  • Healthcare

    Very Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on healthcare issues. He is a strong advocate for progressive healthcare reforms, including supporting Medicare for All, expanding Medicaid and Medicare, and ensuring universal access to affordable, quality healthcare. Schiff opposes efforts to dismantle the Affordable Care Act and believes healthcare is a fundamental human right. His positions on these key healthcare priorities align closely with liberal policy goals.
    Source: California Senate Race 2024: Adam Schiff and Steve Garvey discuss top issues facing state during U.S. Senate Candidate Forum - ABC7 Los Angeles

  • Immigration

    Very Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on immigration. He strongly supports comprehensive immigration reform that creates a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, including Dreamers. Schiff believes America is a nation built by immigrants and that the current system is badly broken, requiring urgent, compassionate action. He has cosponsored legislation to modernize the immigration system and provide relief from deportation for vulnerable populations. Schiff's positions on these key immigration issues align closely with progressive policy goals.
    Source: Schiff House
    schiff.house.gov

  • National Security

    Very Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Very Left policy leaning on national security issues. He supports a smart, progressive security policy that uses diplomatic and development tools to fight extremism, advance American interests abroad, and improve global security and stability. Schiff has also championed reforming surveillance programs to better protect civil liberties, and believes addressing climate change is a critical national security priority. His positions on these key national security matters align closely with liberal policy goals.
    Source: Schiff House

  • Reduce Budget Deficit

    Somewhat Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Somewhat Left to Medium Left policy leaning on reducing the budget deficit. He has supported measures to cut spending, including eliminating certain government programs and military funding, while opposing cuts to critical areas like education, healthcare, and scientific research. Schiff believes deficit reduction should be balanced and targeted, avoiding actions that would undermine economic recovery or America's global competitiveness.
    Source: Calmatters

  • War on Drugs

    Medium Left

    Based on the information provided, Adam Schiff appears to have a Somewhat Left to Medium Left policy leaning on the war on drugs. He supports innovative approaches to curbing drug use, such as programs that focus on shutting down drug markets and providing rehabilitation services to non-violent offenders. Schiff has also advocated for mandatory drug testing and immediate sanctions for chronic offenders, a strategy that has proven successful in reducing drug use. His positions on these drug policy issues align with a more progressive approach compared to traditional tough-on-crime measures.
    Source: Opinion: War on drug cartels needs Congress - Rep. Adam Schiff - POLITICO.com

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