Lesson 39 Are the Republicans really Conservative? Aim: To consider the diverse views within the Republican party

Types of Republicans Social Conservatives – often referred to as the ‘religious right’, this faction promotes deeply traditional moral, religious and family values. Such policies include opposition to abortion, same sex marriage and stem cell research Fiscal Conservatives – this faction advocates free-unregulated market economics, reduced government role/expenditure and a balanced federal budget. Thus the key concern is economy, tax cuts and trade. Neo-Conservatives – hold social conservative views but their main priority is US interests in defence (nationalist) and foreign policy. This faction believes that the USA has a responsibility to challenge regimes hostile to its interests and values. Moderate Conservatives– have very moderate views regarding key issues; gay rights, abortion and immigration. They are referred to as Republicans In Name Only (RINOs)

Most influential type of Republicans? Researched Republicans / A3 table Complete the profiles on 6 key/incumbent Republicans determining what type of Republican they are - support with 3 up to date examples(ao2) of voting records/beliefs Determine which type of Republicans you think have the most and least(ao2) influence within the party - 3 reasons to support each

Types of Republicans Mitt Romney Sarah Palin Donald Trump Type of Republican Evidence/Beliefs/Policies 1. 2. 3. Mitt Romney Sarah Palin

Homework - Judgement How accurate is it to describe the Republican party as a Conservative party? BULLET POINT - One View only – Great/Partial/Less extent Provide 4 reasons(ao1) with 4 examples(ao2) to justify views Refer to L34 – conservative ideology to help justify view Link back(ao2) continuously to the question focus after each example – how accurate? Are they really Republicans? Concluding sentence to reiterate YOUR view with main reason to justify