While some countries such as Sweden and Chile have working school voucher systems, the topic of these vouchers in the United States is an issue of much contention. School vouchers are given to parents by the government and are applied to tuition at a private school that the child attends in place of the public […]
Republican Views on Illegal Immigration
America was founded on the principles of diversity and acceptance, including accepting immigrants into the country. While both parties agree on continuing to support immigration, they disagree on what to do about those who enter the country by anything but the accepted method. Republican views on illegal immigration are comparably intolerant. Republicans believe that illegal […]
Republican Views on Civil Rights
Very few people who are well versed in politics have not heard the stereotype that Republicans are the party of racism and discrimination. But what exactly are Republican views on civil rights? Are they as outrageous as the media makes them out to be? The involvement of today’s two major parties in the civil rights […]
Republican Views On Obamacare
The Republican Party’s view on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—commonly known as Obamacare—is that its implementation was less about providing healthcare to millions, and more a result of power as the government sought to expand its reach over one sixth of the economy. The party claims that Obamacare has resulted in an attack […]
Republican Views On The Military
The Republican Party believes that the key to maintaining a safe and successful nation is maintaining a strong, traditional military. They believe that the country should have a strong and comprehensive defense system. Republican views on military are centered around the belief that strengthening the military will build a safer world and a stronger defense […]
Republican Views on Medicare
Within the broad debate that health care reform has become, Medicare holds its own spot as a controversial topic. While both parties agree that Medicare needs to be restructured, just how this should be done and what would be more beneficial to the economy is a matter of high contention. Republican views on Medicare strongly […]
Republican Views on Global Warming
Republican views on global warming are quite varied within the party. At the moderate level, there is recognition of the significance of global warming and the importance of action. The party is divided on how significant human activity has impacted the onslaught of climate change. At its most extreme, certain party members do not recognize […]
Republican Views on Gay Rights
Gay rights is at the forefront of many political discussions today. It is expected to be one of the most considered issues in the upcoming elections. The Republican Party platform has very defined stances on gay rights, but these stances seem to have swayed some in the last few years. The Republican Party historically stands […]
Republican Views on Defense Spending
Defense spending has fluctuated greatly between World War II and today. Spending increased from post-WWII levels and into the Korean War, then decreased during the 1970’s. It rose during Reagan’s time in office, declined when Clinton was president, rose again under Bush, and has been cut substantially again under Obama. The Republican Party believes strongly […]
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 […]