A person's political ideology influences their orientation on domestic public policy issues. Liberals tend to prioritize equality of outcome over equality of opportunity on economic issues, supporting a larger government role to ensure equality. Conservatives typically favor equality of opportunity over outcome. However, orientations can be complex as people may hold both liberal and conservative views depending on the specific issue. Surveys are an effective way to measure political views, though they must use clear, concise questions to ensure valid and reliable responses.