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This document provides an overview of the Democrats and Republicans political parties in the United States. It examines the stances and policies of each party on a number of issues, highlighting their differences. The content includes summaries of candidates and positions on a wide range of topics, like economics, foreign relations, and social issues.
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The United States of America 2 main political parties Democrats Republicans Symbols Democrats Republicans Jackass = term of ridicule for First used in a political president Andrew Jackson (1830s) cartoon in 1874 ...
The United States of America 2 main political parties Democrats Republicans Symbols Democrats Republicans Jackass = term of ridicule for First used in a political president Andrew Jackson (1830s) cartoon in 1874 Famous Presidents Democrat or Republican? OR It is my right to wear a concealed weapon in public We need to seal the border for illegal immigrants I am so happy that my brother and his boyfriend can finally marry I am a free citizen - the government shouldn’t tell me what to do Good diplomacy is the best way to ensure peace It’s the government’s job to make sure that people with low incomes can get the same healthcare as people with high incomes Government regulation on my new business does more harm than good As a woman, I have the right to choose whether or not to terminate my pregnancy Poor people have hard lives because government benefits don't go far enough to help them live decently We need to invest in a strong army to protect our country There are still significant obstacles that make it harder for women and black people to get ahead in life and the government needs to make the necessary changes Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy What they stand for Democrats Republicans Liberal political party Conservative party > lower taxes > push for civil rights > shrink the government size > broad social security > gun rights > address climate change > restrictions on immigration Role of the government Democrats Republicans A limited and less A strong government, controlling/interfering helping and government, giving its supporting its citizens citizens freedom Candidates Democrats Republicans Kamala Donald Harris Trump 59 yrs old 78 yrs old California New York Former attorney general Former businessman Senator 2017-2021 President 2017-2021 Vice President 2021-.. (only political experience) Ethics and abortion Harris Trump Liberal, progressive Conservative approach approach to citizens’ to citizens’ rights rights Inconsistent on abortion Support women’s Support states’ freedom freedom and right to Try to please moderate an abortion and conservative voters Economy Harris Trump Middle class tax cut => Largest tax cuts for 100m Americans will keep businesses and the rich more of their income Capitalism – free market entrepreneurship An opportunity economy, where everyone could Lower energy costs (Arctic compete and succeed drilling) and housing costs (deport illegal immigrants) Foreign Policies Harris Trump Support Ukraine “for Isolationist – limit as long as it takes” involvement His negotiation with End the war in Gaza Russia “could end the Negotiate a two-state war in 24 hours solution between Strong supporter of Israel and Palestine Israel Crime and Gun Control Harris Trump Experience as a Hard on crime prosecutor (convicted of a crime!) Tighter gun laws: Defender of the 2nd background checks & amendment and “the ban assault weapons NRA’s best friend” Immigration Harris Trump Consequences for Seal the border: people crossing the complete the wall and border illegally increase enforcement regional investments Mass deportations to make people stay in and no citizenship for their home countries. children of illegal immigrants Other parties & candidates Cornel Jill West Stein 71 yrs old 74 yrs old Oklahoma Illinois Independent Party Green Party Theology professor Doctor & activist → Pro Palestine → Strong climate policies → Leave NATO → No support for Isr & Ukr → Free healthcare for all → Free public education Other parties & candidates Chase 2020 Elections: Oliver 8 “third party candidates 39 yrs old Tennessee Results popular vote Libertarian Party → Joe Biden: 51.31% Former restaurant owner → Donald Trump: 46.85% → softer on immigrants → Leave foreign conflicts → All others: 1.84% → Legalise (soft) drugs How would you vote? Democrats Republicans https://www.isidewith.com/political-quiz