figured out groups and went over more of the powerpoint
race relations
dem. black and hispanic friendly. linden johnson passed civil rights act which gave blacks rights they should have had 100 years ago.
rep. tougher on immigrants
affirmative action, encourages schools and businesses to have so many minorities.
dems believe in AA laws. reps dont really need it anymore.
health care
dem, govt should require universal access to healthcare. reps, private insurers are preferable to govt controlled system.
taxes
dem. increase taxes on wealthy to pay for public programs. rep, cutting taces for everyone helps the economy.
the more you make, the more you pay. GRADUATED INCOME TAX
Furman v Georgia
- court found death penalty to be unconstitutional on the grounds of cruel and unusual punishment in violation of the 8th to the US constitution.
Gay Marriage
dem, favor. reps, sacred between man and woman.
Civil Unions
provide some legal protections and responsibilities to gay and lesbian couples at the state level. have since proven to be ineffective, separate but unequal status.
Religion in school
dem, oppose. rep, favor.
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