Party History/Leadership
What is another name for the Republican Party?
The GOP
What do many Republicans want to build along the U.S.-Mexico border?
A wall
How do most Republicans feel about the issue of climate change?
Climate change is not real
Does the Republican party want to raise or lower taxes?
Lower
What do Republicans want to do for defense spending?
Lift the budget cap
What year was the Republican Party formed?
1854
What is the major complaint Republicans have about immigrants?
Immigrants steal jobs
What type of energy is the favorite among Republicans?
Fossil fuels
Does the Republican Party support free college?
No, college should be affordable but not free
What was the main reason for Republicans not supporting Obamacare?
They felt it was government overreach
In what state was the Republican Party formed?
Wisconsin
What type of jobs do most immigrants take?
Low paying, manual labor jobs
What is the main reason for Republicans supporting oil pipelines?
They can provide the U.S. with cheaper oil
Do Republican policies tend to help the rich or the poor?
Help the rich
Why do some Republicans want to get out of the Middle East?
They feel the wars there can not be won
What political party did the Republicans originate from?
The Whig Party
What is the most negative aspect of deporting immigrants?
Families can be broken up
What is the GOP response to the call for cleaner energy?
Increase the use of nuclear power
What is the argument against federal education standards?
They take flexibility away from the states
Roughly was percent of the total budget is spent on the military?
50-55%
Who is the Senate Majority Leader?
Mitch McConnell
Why do Republicans want to get rid of DACA?
To implement a hard line immigration policy
Why did Republicans shut down the government for 35 days?
Funding for the wall was not provided
What is the problem with unions according to Republicans?
They hurt job growth and have too much power
What was the Republican replacement for Obamacare?
The American Health Care Act of 2017