The Republicans were in favor of greater government intervention in both economic and social issues. They were usually protectionists. In contrast, the Democrats had a strong base among Catholics, poorer farmers, and people who supported free trade as well as other free market policies. In addition, Democrats also favored small government and…
Federalists and Democratic-Republicans were very different political parties. One example is that Federalists thought the public office should be ruled by educated men who owned property and would protect rights. According to the textbook on page 292 it states, "Public office, Federalists thought, should be held by honest and educated men who own property and would protect everyone’s rights.". Although the Democratic-Republicans didn't like the idea of a few people controlling a strong central government. The textbook states on page 292, "In contrast, the Republicans feared a strong central government controlled by a few people".…
There are many similarities and differences between Federalists and Democratic-Republicans. The original political parties in America differed on their views of weather the rich should rule or weather commoners should rule. They wanted to know weather everyone should get a say in government or just the upper class. There were many opinions on this matter but these are the main two sides in this debate.…
The political parties had many different ideas that divided them. One big difference was who the parties wanted as the US alliance. The Federalist wanted the British to be the ally, while the Democratic-Republicans wanted France to be the ally. The federalist had a strong opinion on why they wanted the British to be the alliance.…
The Texas Democratic platform has "freedom of religion and personal conscience" (Texas Democrats) while the Republican platform deals with more of a religious approach "Human life, which is in the natural image of God" (Texas GOP). Both show they wish a limited government, except on how limited it should be. The Democrats believe that the government should not be in the private affairs of what the people do, while the Republicans believe government should be limited to the powers enumerated by the U.S. and Texas…
The Democrat-Republicans believed that a relaxed federal government and limited president would help to stimulate the economic growth in the country creating a wealthy country. Opinions on the French Revolution, Jay Treaty, Pinckney’s Treaty further separated this divide. In the 1830s, the Second Party…
Republicans and Democrats agree that some government programs are necessary, but disagree regarding how they should be funded and overseen. In general, Republicans prefer most of the responsibility of government programs to rest with state and local governments, while Democrats favor much stronger involvement by the federal government. For example, the ongoing debates about health care and education reform. Both parties agree that changes are necessary, but Republicans tend to favor allowing the states to work out needed changes while Democrats favor more direct federal oversight and involvement. The Republican Party's platform suggests that the role of government is to protect individuals' rights and that individuals and society as a whole…
According to Republicanviews.org, “Republicans recognize that the number of foreign immigrants travelling here has enriched our country, they also believe that requiring them to do so legally is vital to the safety of Americans.” The Republican Party believes that if they let illegal immigrants get away with certain things it encourages more illegal immigration. According to Republican Views, “Republicans believe that family and skill should be prioritized when granting citizenship to those who go through the proper legal channels to enter the country.” One of the largest differences that the two political parties have is their ideas on immigration laws. What they believe the laws and restrictions should be for those here illegally.…
The democrats and the republicans have recently been clashing on whether to have open borders or not the democrats believe they should the republicans also agree with most of it but with limitations on it like all people coming in should be vetted. Another clash of values was in the town of Westport Connecticut where the school council had a contest on an essay and gave money to the winner. The essay topic was about white privilege and what you think of it. Citizens of the town though it was racist and said that we have always welcomed anyone who can afford to live in this town. I have learned in this lesson that some of the rules that America has which the constitution states is that every should be treated equally and you have the right…
Democrats regard religion as scientific and non-organized, while Republicans are largely influenced by religion and tradition. For example, Republicans’ stance on abortion is based on religion and their belief that an unborn child has the right to live and cannot be taken away. Democrats support abortion and believe a woman has the right to make her own decisions. Another social difference is based on family upbringing. Liberals focus on a relationship built on respect and trust between a child and his parents to create potential of a fulfilled adult, whereas conservatives believe a relationship built on respect and fear will build character and a self-reliant adult.…
The legal measures each party desires to take in attempt to solve the issue contrast in almost all ways. Republicans want to loosen gun laws and keep the ban off “assault weapons”. Democrats wish to not only have the ban in place, but close loopholes that make a gun easier to obtain even in states with strict gun regulations (“Republican”). Although both parties disagree…
After looking through the Democratic and Republican parties beliefs, three issues that I found important to me are higher education, protecting and improving Medicaid and workers compensation. The Democratic view on higher education aligns with my thoughts because everyone should have the opportunity to attend college and not feel burdened down by all the money it takes to further their education. Until this past year, I was blindsided about how much college really cost but now, I after going through the college admission process and learning about the great scholarships and grants available I have realized how affordable college can be but students just think of how expensive it'll be and say college is not for me. I agree with the Democratic…
Republican’s believe in free enterprise, free business, free capitalism, and restrictions to labor unions. Many Republican ideas have Christian undertones. Abraham Lincoln was the first Republican president and held office for one term. The Republicans during the Civil War strongly…
The Democrats and Republicans have very different beliefs on tax policies. Both parties believe that there should be tax cuts, but Democrats believe that the middle and low-income classes should get tax cuts while the upper class gets high taxes. Republicans believe that all level of classes should get tax cuts. When it comes to the environment and energy issues Democrats support restricting drilling for oil or other fossil fuels. They also believe in putting tax dollars towards alternative energy solutions while Republicans favor letting the market decide which forms of energy are practical.…
The Republican Party was formed in 1854 by former members of the “Whig Democratic” and “Free Soil” parties who chose the party’s name to recall the Jeffersonian Republican’s concern with the national interest. The Republican Party is a more conservative while Democrats are more liberal. The Democratic Party was formed in 1790 as a group of Thomas Jefferson’s supporters. They demonstrated their beliefs in the principle of popular government and their opposition to monarchism. Democrats won every presidential election in the years of 1836-60, but the slavery issues split the party.…