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>The competition for votes between the Republican and Democratic parties does not lead to a clear drawing of issues, an adoption of two strongly contrasted posi
by LordHumungous 10y ago
>The competition for votes between the Republican and Democratic parties does not lead to a clear drawing of issues, an adoption of two strongly contrasted positions between which the voter may choose. Instead, each party strives to make its platform as much like the other’s as possible
Problem with that theory is, the two parties aren't close in the slightest. Democrats prefer expanding the social safety net, minority rights, etc. Republicans prefer... the opposite.
- ktRolster 10y agoDemocrats prefer expanding the social safety net Which party had a healthcare plan in 2008? Was the 'individual mandate' a Republican or Democratic idea?
- ktRolster 10y agoDemocrats prefer expanding the social safety net Which party had a healthcare plan in 2008? Was the 'individual mandate' a Republican or Democratic idea?