Describe the similarities and differences between the Democratic and Republican parties in the Gilded Age, especially their constituencies, outlook, and position on key issues
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Both parties accepted industrialization, opposed government intervention in the economy, were led by wealthy professionals, and made a broad appeal for support. Republicans were generally supported by reformers, African Americans, "old stock" Americans, New Englanders, and the very wealthy. Democrats attracted solid support from southern whites, urban immigrants, and religious minorities. Republicans were the party of morality and supported prohibition, blue laws, education reform, and high tariffs. Democrats were the party of personal liberty and supported low tariffs.
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A) A conscript army with modern organization, modern weaponry, and professional discipline. B) A citizen army based on volunteer local militia units meant to defend their hometowns. C) A traditional military based on Chinese models of warfare, attack, and defense. D) A unique Japanese military that was egalitarian and without a formal rank structure. E) A military based on a balance between daimyo and samurai feudal forces.
The need for kings in Greek government declined because
a. People demanded a constitution and voting rights. b. Merchants gained power in international trade. c. They were overthrown by aristocrats. d. There was no political state to rule over. e. The need for war leaders declined in peaceful times.
Congressional Reconstruction is also referred to as ___________________ Reconstruction
A) "?measured" B) ?"severe" C) ?"Republican" D) ?"radical" E) ?"civil rights"
During the Truman and Eisenhower administrations, corporate development in the United States
A) declined in importance economically. B) was unable to expand into foreign markets. C) was discouraged by government policy. D) was characterized by increasing concentration of control.