Party Platforms

lower costs for patients. lower costs for patients. The republican party firmly believes that everyone has the right to own a gun, as stated in the second amendment. Without the need for a court order, anyone should be allowed to carry weapons. Gun Control/Gun Violence Public health is in jeopardy due to gun violence. The Democratic Party will strive to outlaw "assault weapon manufacture and sale." Also, it was said that gun manufacturers ought to be responsible for their goods. "Free society" is built on the traditional family and marriage (between men and women). According to the constitution, marriage is defined as "the union of one man and one woman." Marriage and Family Life Democrats will enable everyone to live life with dignity and respect “regardless of who they are or who they love.” Democrats believe that marriage should not be held to just men and women. Compared to other national issues, climate change should not receive as much attention because it is not a significant problem at the national level. The party claims that Congress must stop climate change because it has "triumphed over common sense." Climate Change A significant problem, climate change has been demonstrated by an unprecedented number of storms, wildfires, and floods. For the purpose of developing a cleaner energy economy, the party will rejoin the Paris Climate Accord. Instead of being an entitlement, welfare should be a privilege. It should not be provided; instead, one should labor for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. This has "placed millions of recipients on a transition from reliance to independence," according to the statement. Entitlement Programs (Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid) The democratic party is trying to make healthcare accessible and affordable for everyone. Furthermore stated in the platform is the belief that healthcare "should be a right for all, not a privilege for the few." They want to make people reliant on the government. Every child needs an education, which is much more than just the chance to learn the fundamentals. It teaches ethical behavioral standards and customs that maintain social control. Education (funding, student debt, etc.) The key to "achieving our nation's promise" of equal opportunity is education for all. Long-term underinvestment has plagued the public education sector. Reflection Questions: 1. I asked you to read the platforms because I wanted you to see what was coming straight from the parties! Based solely on their platform (rather than preconceived ideas), what do you view as the values of the Republican Party?