Some people argue that there are no significant differences between the two major parties. Backing up your perspective with appropriate sources, what are the major differences and similarities in the views of the Democratic and Republican parties (e.g., this review of party platforms, 1856-2016 www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/politics/2016-election/conventions/party-platform-evolution/)? What are the primary areas of difference between contemporary Democrats and Republicans? (i.e. gun control, abortion, taxes, regulation, LGBT rights, etc?) How are the two parties similar? What are the consequences of these patterns for voters and election outcomes? For policy outcomes?
Geography
Would you support the installation of new hydropower projects on rivers in the southern Andes of Chile? In order to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and reduce its dependence on foreign energy sources, the Chilean government has set a goal for 70% of Chile’s electricity to be generated from renewable