What was the general difference between the Democrats and Republicans in the late 1800s?
A) Democrats felt that social reform was fundamental to the economic success of the nation, while Republicans felt that government regulation was more important.
B) Democrats felt that the public sector should stimulate the economy, while Republicans believed that was the role of the private sector.
C) Democrats favored government control in all industries, while Republicans wanted very little government regulation of business.
D) Democrats favored little federal government intervention, while Republicans felt that the federal government should promote economic and social reform.
E) Democrats believed that the federal government should take an active role in economic and social reform, while Republicans favored little government intervention.
Answer: D
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