Democrats are aware that small businesses are the engines that drive the economy of this great nation. From high-tech startups to family-owned restaurants, small business owners and entrepreneurs are crucial elements of our economy and our communities. Like Republicans, Democrats see the value of small businesses, but they take a different route towards trying to […]
Democratic Views on Poverty
In 2014, 46.7 million people in the United States were in poverty. This number included 15.5 million children under the age of 18, and 4.6 million seniors 65 and older were in poverty. This number seems to keep growing, and citizens are turning to the government to stop it. The rich are getting richer, the […]
Democratic Views on the Federal Budget
Money has always been one of the most controversial political issues. The federal budget has become even more debate-worthy as the American economy suffers and the deficit grows. Democratic views on the federal budget include trying to return to a more disciplined budget structure, similar to the structure that existed in the 1990s. They encourage […]
Democratic Views on Jobs
With unemployment rates at historic highs, how to create more jobs in the country is a matter of high contention. Another issue that sparks controversy is just what role the government should play in job creation. Will they help most by stepping in, or backing down? Democratic views on jobs are based around the principle […]
Republican Views on Jobs
With unemployment at historic highs, society is turning to the government to help create jobs. However, the parties have very different views on how to approach this problem and just what the government’s role in job creation should be. Republican views on jobs focus around helping small businesses and promoting international competition. This will in […]
Democratic Views on The Economy
There is no doubt from either party that the economy is not what it could or should be. What the parties do differ on is how the economy got where it is and how to bring it back up to par. Democrats believe that an economy can only flourish under fiscal discipline, with proper treatment […]
Republican Views on the Economy
When it comes to Economics, the Republican Party has some very adamant views. They believe that every American deserves the right to own, invest, build, and prosper. They believe that sensible business regulations are incredibly important, and that business regulations should promote confidence in the economy among both consumers and businesses. Republicans oppose any policies […]
Fix the Economy: A Cause Republicans Can Stand Together On
There has been much discussion as of late about a platform that will allow Republicans to stand together. Does this platform exist and, if so, what is it? Republicans have always seen eye-to-eye better about fiscal issues than social issues, and Americans of every party can agree that the economy is in dire straights. The […]
Minimum Wage Increases: Good For Employees, But Detrimental To Employers
The current movement to raise the Federal Minimum Wage from $7.25 an hour to $10.10 an hour over three years, as well as raise minimum wage for tipped employees, has many small business owners in dire straights. The current order only affects those with contracts with the Federal Government, but Obama has announced a Democratic […]