Differences between Republican & Democratic Political Parties

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What ideas, images, and people come to mind when you hear Republicans and Democrats?

Differences between Republican & Democratic Political Parties Republican Elephant Democratic Donkey symbols

Differences Republicans Favor smaller government to cut spending & save $ Less government regulation of business to allow it to prosper Less regulation/protection of the environment/natural resources Lower taxes especially for the rich Strong Military Stricter Interpretation of Constitution Democrats Favor larger government to meet the people’s needs More government regulation of business to protect the people More regulation/protection of the environment/natural resources Taxes should be used to support those in need. Rich should pay more Use diplomacy 1st before military action Looser Interpretation of Constitution

Explain which modern political parties are most closely connected to the 1st political parties