Republican Vs Right Republican Essay

A political spectrum is different opinions on political issues. Varying between left Democrat and right Republican. Coming into this assignment I feel that I am a moderate. On some topics I agree with Democrats and on other topics I agree with Republicans. For example I agree with Republicans about taxes. On the other hand I agree with Democrats about abortions. Im general I tend to be more liberal but with many conservative ideals. The first issue is abortion. I agree with the Democrats that abortion should be legal. Republicans, on the other hand, think that abortions are wrong and should be illegal unless having the baby would kill the mother. The government should not be in control of what a woman wants to do medically and to her own body. An abortion is a very personal decision. Many people base their beliefs of abortions on their religion, which is fine, but this should not affect someone who is not religious and wants an abortion. Personally I disagree with abortions due to religious and personal reasons, but my reasons should not control what other women do to their bodies and their decisions. My opinion on abortion politically defines me as a Democrat. …show more content…
I agree with Republicans who believe that taking away people's guns would cause more harm than good. Democrats believe that banning guns would help create less violence and safer environments. I believe that people should be able to protect themselves. Gun free zones are unnecessary because a sign that says, “No guns allowed!”, is not going to stop someone who is already crazy enough to murder people. Also if we take away guns from innocent people how will they defend themselves against the criminals who broke the law and got guns illegally? My opinion on gun control politically defines me as a