Most of you have it wrong.
Republicans and Democrats first apeeared (or at least as I know of) during the American Civil War, when Democrats were anti-Abolitionists (wanted slavery) and Republicans were Abolitionists (didn't want slavery). Abraham Lincoln was a Republican. Since those times, Democratic and Republican qualities almost switched.
Reference: The June 1832 Riots.
Now for some of the more modern content you probably came here for:
~It's not that we're against freedom of religion, it's just that Christianity is the most common religion of the Republicans.
~The reason we want healthcare cuts is that, prepare yourself, THE GOVERNMENT NEEDS MONEY! I admit, not the best place in the world to cut money from, but there you have it.
~We are against abortion because it's cruel and inhumane. Now, if we're in the case of a pregnant rape victim, there's always adoption! We don't need to kill the baby! If we're in the case of a tubal pregnancy, then it would be reasonable, since it would kill both the mother and child if carried to term.
~We think that countries should be able to take care of themselves without the use of foreign aid. But we know that isn't possible at this point in time.
Republicans and Democrats first apeeared (or at least as I know of) during the American Civil War, when Democrats were anti-Abolitionists (wanted slavery) and Republicans were Abolitionists (didn't want slavery). Abraham Lincoln was a Republican. Since those times, Democratic and Republican qualities almost switched.
Reference: The June 1832 Riots.
Now for some of the more modern content you probably came here for:
~It's not that we're against freedom of religion, it's just that Christianity is the most common religion of the Republicans.
~The reason we want healthcare cuts is that, prepare yourself, THE GOVERNMENT NEEDS MONEY! I admit, not the best place in the world to cut money from, but there you have it.
~We are against abortion because it's cruel and inhumane. Now, if we're in the case of a pregnant rape victim, there's always adoption! We don't need to kill the baby! If we're in the case of a tubal pregnancy, then it would be reasonable, since it would kill both the mother and child if carried to term.
~We think that countries should be able to take care of themselves without the use of foreign aid. But we know that isn't possible at this point in time.
by Persephone~ May 12, 2009
1. A right wing, usually conservative, in the context of politics. They are often perceived as against many things such as Gay Marriage, affordable health care, and the rights of women. They are typically Christian, and tend to think that this religion should be exempt from the separation of church and state, while accusing people they disagree with of being 'secret Muslims', by which they mean 'terrorist'. These claims are often, if not always, unsubstantiated.
When trying to back up said claims, they often resort to strange and unusual tactics, such as strange pictures that have no real relevance to the subject.
The typical age of a republican is around 50, but the age the typical representative of the party looks is dating somewhere in the mesozoic era, while they are actual not much older than the average. See Dick Cheney.
Republicans shine in times of war, and during these times can often be effective leaders. Having realized this, recent leaders of the party have tried to start wars, some justified, others not so much.
When trying to back up said claims, they often resort to strange and unusual tactics, such as strange pictures that have no real relevance to the subject.
The typical age of a republican is around 50, but the age the typical representative of the party looks is dating somewhere in the mesozoic era, while they are actual not much older than the average. See Dick Cheney.
Republicans shine in times of war, and during these times can often be effective leaders. Having realized this, recent leaders of the party have tried to start wars, some justified, others not so much.
The republicans are blocking all motions in the senate again. Guess they don't agree with the Democrats, or 'terrorists'
by totheark January 28, 2011
1 : one that favors or supports a republican form of government
2 capitalized a : a member of a political party advocating republicanism b : a member of the Democratic-Republican party or of the Republican party of the U.S.
DUH.
2 capitalized a : a member of a political party advocating republicanism b : a member of the Democratic-Republican party or of the Republican party of the U.S.
DUH.
by /-\ /|/|)ReW June 29, 2005
One of the two major political parties of the United States, along with Democrats
Tend to be Conservatives, although some are Liberals
Usually believe in a limited government, stick to christian morals, and believe that people should be responsible for themselves.
Lost the executive office and control of congress in 2008.
Tend to be Conservatives, although some are Liberals
Usually believe in a limited government, stick to christian morals, and believe that people should be responsible for themselves.
Lost the executive office and control of congress in 2008.
I'm a republican and supported John McCain but frankly don't care about abortion or gay marriage. Not all republicans are extreme right wing Nazis and support racism. America is the greatest country, period. I just wanted to show that not all Republicans are a Cheney or a Bush, and even though our new president is a Democrat, he has my full support, even if I don't agree with everything he says or does.
by megatallica67 January 24, 2009
1 of the 2 major parties in the United States. It is made up mostly of racists and bigots who want to cut Social Security and all welfare programs, incite lethal insurrections when they lose elections, worship their presidential nominee like a God, deny scientists and facts. They do all of this in the name of Christianity as if Jesus would actually support any of it. The Republican Party is a major threat to democracy and the bottom 98% of America. It's members will continue to deny every election result when it's candidates lose. The sooner the party is voted into obscurity the better.
Democrat: Joe Biden won the 2020 election fair and square.
Republican: FAKE NEWS! The election was rigged because Trump told us so! Do your research on Wikipedia!
Republican: FAKE NEWS! The election was rigged because Trump told us so! Do your research on Wikipedia!
by Sanman95 March 20, 2023
The most powerful minority in the United States. Loves to complain about how relatively powerless minorities are too powerful.
by Catty McGee September 04, 2017
by Hekuba June 06, 2015