Kelly Said:

Whats the difference between Republican and Democrat?

We Answered:

Your teacher is very smart in not answering because of the very ugly feelings about politics and our national future right now. There is a very good chance that, whatever you tell your parents the answer was, they would try to get the teacher fired.

My short answer is this:

Republicans feel they can help people by teaching them to help themselves over a long period of time. This is often called "tough love," where you force someone to be (smarter, richer, happier, whatever) or be miserable because he will not.

Democrats feel people who need help, need that help right now. By helping someone become a better citizen through direct help, that person can become a better tax payer and those additional taxes will help others.

Raul Said:

Americans: What is the difference between Republican and Democrat?

We Answered:

I'm assuming you're asking for an objective answer and I'll give you one.

Republican hold the belief that things should be equal: flat taxes, etc.

Democrats hold the belief that things should be fair: higher taxes for higher income, the rich should help the poor, etc.

Republicans want things to stay the same and want government to be less involved in the peoples day to day lives.

Democrats want things to change (for the better in their opinion) and want government to step in and help the people.

I am an Independent.
While I agree Democratic values like helping the less fortunate, and not enforcing certain morals like anti-abortion (though I am personally anti-abortion) and the right of gays to marry, I agree with Republican values like the government shouldn't be so involved in our daily lives and i agree with a flat tax.
Both parties have their strong points in my opinion.

Ironically enough, I'm not a neo-con (new world Republican), but if you like historically at politics, I wouldn't be so in the middle, I'd be more Republican. I tend to vote Democrat more than Republican.

Danny Said:

What is the difference between Republican and Democrat if they have the same goals?

We Answered:

They have pretty much shown there is no difference. With the exeption of Ron Paul they are all in the same boat. The only one I can see is the Demorcrats want to tax us out of existence now. The Republicans want future generations to pay for everything. Ron Paul wants gov't out of everyones life so we can be free to do what we want!

Leslie Said:

Can you explain me- what is the difference between Democrat and Republican?

We Answered:

I like your question because I like politics. However, I will make this answer short and sweet and to the point. The two major political parties of the US: The Democratic Donkey and the Republican Elephant. You know the Democrats today say the donkey is smart and brave, while the Republicans say the elephant is strong and dignified. They are both right! The two parties have changed over the years and traditional differences are not the same anymore. With accusations flying between the two parties it can be hard to tell where they stand on certain issues. Each candidate from either party can hold view points strictly or they can mix it up a bit. It's not uncommon to find a “Liberal Republican” or a “Conservative Democrat”. When it's all said and done it really depends on the person. Traditionally and generally speaking, Republicans are considered conservative while Democrats are labeled as liberal. Neither side is more pro religion than the other side and you often hear many times it's been said that both sides are too much alike so that a third party is really needed. Could that be the up coming Green Party as it is poised for big gains in 2008 local, state and national races as voters become even more dissatisfied with the Republican and Democratic parties. I just see it as a matter of time.

Willard Said:

What's the difference between Democrat and Republican?

We Answered:

one is so right wing its scary the other is a little further to the right