Why do republicans hate bipartisanship?
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Still waiting for intelligent answers? I hope people are just busy typing, after the first two I saw.\nI have to say, I agree with you- we need the checks and balances back in our government. Stagnation was going on, and I think a few of us were about ready to take to the streets in rebellion. It's kind of a shame the way you have to MAKE people act right. I think we will see more cooperation, less arrogance now that they have gotten the wake up call of the elections. I am hopeful.
722068
that is the problem with politics all of you forget that we are all americans first and we have to work together otherwise nothing gets done. i used to be a republican but have changed to independent as i cannot stand either of the two main parties.
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I don't think that it's just Republicans that have led us down this path. It's both parties fault. Both parties fight with one another, dividing the country just so they can say they are right. I have conservative leanings but I am tired of hearing the Republican b/s. I am also tired of hearing Democrat b/s too. Both sides are taking away my country, my liberties and freedoms everyday! It's so bad watching or hearing the constant banter, I almost get to the point where I am physically sick to my stomach. In the next election, I am not voting for Democrat or Republican. I am voting independent. America needs a third party to help balance the powers that be.
408539
Very well put! They just can't get past partisan politics. Nothing is good if it was done by a Republican I guess...yes it is very sad!
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In a brief nutshell, today's Republicans (the Good Old Party, GOP) are characterised by a want for 'smaller' government, a more agile (not necissarily bigger) military, and a connection with (usually religious) blue-color 'everyman' workers.  They believe in a government that is reflective of overarching, 'home grown' family values, as can be best seen in their "Contract With America". Democrats are more for creating a social welfare society, and believe that goverment should play a more active role in daily life (though not necissarily intrusive).  Many people brand this party as being 'liberal', which is actually a fairly new designation considering many Democrats (also known then as Dixiecrats) were opposed to 'liberal' civil rights reforms in the 1960s.  Further, whereas Republicans target typically older citizens, Democrats tend to lean towards younger, educated professionals (for example yuppies) and are a favorite on college campuses.  Unfortunately, in today's America politics has become frieghteningly divisive.  We can't even have a hurricane (I cite Katrina) without people pulling out 'Repbulican this' or 'Democrat that'.  Further, the two parties aren't helping the matter either.  Whenever someone does something wrong (For example a Republican President or Democratic governor), it is suddenly the fault of the entire party, and not just that one person.  You seem educated enough to visit each party's website and read their platform.  Skip over anything with the word 'Iraq' or 'terror' in it (because these are in the spotlight, and are likely to be uselessly full of propogand) and instead read your opinions on issues that effect your daily life, such as public education, health care and taxes.  I think you (and many other people) would be surprised at how much the two parties actually agree on, but with different routes.
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"it's the republicans way". I mean democratic way. I hate those god hating libs.
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I agree with C.E. You are bias, and it appears to be that you don't care. But I will give an answer anyway. \nLiberals and Conservatives are on diff. sides. You think they're going to get along when both think that they're right? It's obvious they're not. Here's why: \nThere are some things worth fighting for. What your country does is a BIG one. \nOh, let me verify something. There are good ppl on both sides, and there are bad. Not all think the same way, but there is the general idea of both, that has been established. \nAnd this isn't democrats vs. republicans, it's liberals vs. conservatives. You need to get them straight. But here's the story on what you asked, even if you didn't know it;\nConservatives wish to conserve the morals and values of the JudeoChristian heritage that has made America great. \nLiberals wish to have "freedom" from all morals and values, esp those of the scriptures. \nDems and Republicans are diff. If you're wondering abt them, ask that. Generally though, it is the republicans that have conservative views and vice versa. \n...Conservatives believe that torturous murder of unborn babies should be illegal, and Libs believe it's the woman's choice to kill her baby or not. \nCs believe capital punishment should be used, and Ls want to be easy on such crimanals. (usually) Cs believe homosexuality is wrong, and such "unions" should not be allowed, Ls promote such stuff....\nThere is more, but that is why they don't get along. Why should they?  I am a conservative republican, and I will always fight for what I know is right, and liberal democrats will always fight against that. And that's the truth of it.
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My guess is that you will have a lot of democrat responses saying something along the lines of "republicans are idiots" or whatever emotional illogical name-calling response they can muster up.\n\nI will try to answer as easily as I can.\n\nDemocrats (aka Left Wing - as they tend to sit on the left side of the senate/house floor) are usually known as "Liberals."  While I very much dislike Liberals, they generally represent personal liberties and civil rights (i.e. gay rights, pro-choice).  This is usually a good thing unless it is taken to the extreme which both sides usually do.  Although they cannot put a name to it, they also usually have what I call a "Robin Hood" theory: steal (higher tax) from the rich to give to the poor (welfare).  Depending on your stance on capitalism and companies, you may agree or disagree with this.\n\nRepublicans (aka Right Wing - as they tend to sit on the right side of the floor) are usually known as "Conservatives."  They are usually stereotyped as the uptight religious group.  Most support capitalism and the growth of businesses.  Again, this is generally good unless taken to an extreme.  They are generally more traditional and stand against radical social change as they can see the effects that it can potentially have on our society as a whole (i.e. pro-life, heterosexual marriage).\n\nReally when it comes down to it, both sides like to play issues such as abortion and gay marriage against each other because that's what the sheep voters usually only care to see on the surface.  Both sides are equally as corrupt and plagued by scandal after scandal although they will both blame each other for being worse.  And none of them really truly represent you.
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Our Republican Administration is power and money hungry for themselves.  They are only interested in big business who supply their party with unlimited money to play with as they see fit.  \n\nThey take very good care of themselves, giving themselves salary increases every year, the finest health care and pensions.\n\nThey want to hang on to their ill gotten gains and will go to any lengths to achieve this.  They disrespect the opposition party and as they cannot discuss issues or their own achievements ( of which they have none) they resort to dirty tricks, lying and name calling.  All we can do is not vote for them when we have to chance to do so.
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It is hard to get a conservatives who is taught to do as they are told and to stand by their father figure regardless of ones actions. The other reason is fear for their career. You have to point out that these republicans today in the White House are not the good old boy republicans like Eisenhower who had a slogan, 'Vote for Peace", "Vote for Eisenhower". That is all you can do, point out that these are not real republicans.
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Because everyone is sick of republicans and their policies. People felt that if their democrats in the senate the war in Iraq would be over soon. Basically with democrats in the senate and in congress, there wouldn't be any more senseless things happen.
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Just Republicans taking things too far AGAIN.\n\nActually, Republicans are sort of like Islamic Extremists in a way; always pointing the finger at stuff that doesn't really matter at all.\n\nThey were just looking for a Democrat to blame for anything, because their entire party is exploding with controversy.
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We (republicans) have been told we should not vote that we hate republican control in government that all of our elected officials are scum and that we are dissatisfied with an unmatched economy for six years and you have the nerve to complain about some nonexistent bias against a democrat?
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I am a democrat and never once had hatred for republican peers Last question is great BUT it should have been written  "Who in the republican and democratic parties has the character to stop the hating?"  Have an awesome day
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And Republicans bashing Democrats was UNITY? It's a two-way street.
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Liberals are known as being opportunists. They look to gain from others missteps or misfortunes.  That being the case, they don't try to solve problems, they only look to tear down the right wing.   Although Republicans are disliked,particularly these days, at least they take actions rather than wait to feed off of others problems
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Just like if it was a liberal in office, the republicans would complain about whoever the president was..\n\nthe only thing that drives a political person is complaining about the 'other side'