Tina Said:

Democrat/Republican? What are differences between parties and what do they stand for?

We Answered:

Good gawd that "lorelai" broad has a lot to say. Typical mouthy woman. Anyway, if your browser would actually scroll past her annoyingly long post that nobody will read ...

Democrats generally believe that important things in life are best left to the government to control and Republicans generally believe that people can take care of themselves better than the government can.

Both parties will absolutely bleed you dry in taxes.

Stacy Said:

If someone asked you to explain the vital differences between a Democrat or Republican can you answer?

We Answered:

I love the "unbiased" answers here. It's a veritable no-spin-zone.

Currently or historically? The answers differ considerably. Historically, Republicans have supported State's rights, low regulations on economic ventures, a strong military, and conservative social initiatives.

Democrats have traditionally supported consolidation of political power on the federal level, economic regulation, international diplomacy, and liberal social initiatives.

Currently, the differences can be determined by looking at their official public agendas.

GOP:
Winning the war on terror
Ushering in an ownership era
Building an innovative, globally competitive economy
Strengthening communities
Protecting families

Democratic party:
Improving national security
Improving international diplomacy
Modernizing the military
Strengthening the economy
Improving public education
Protecting social security
Providing affordable health care
Ensuring honesty in government
Reforming the election process
Protecting the environment
Ensuring justice and civil liberties

Of course, a brief look at the front page of each party website indicates that thier PRIMARY concerns are in making one another look bad.