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Party platforms unpacked

The “Party platforms unpacked” series compares the differences between the two major American political parties on important issues of the day.

Clear contrasts between the Democratic and Republican Parties’ positions on reproductive rights and health care
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U.S. Government & Politics Clear contrasts between the Democratic and Republican Parties’ positions on reproductive rights and health care

Stephanie K. Pell

September 19, 2024

The partially convergent Trump and Harris defense policies
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U.S. Government & Politics The partially convergent Trump and Harris defense policies

Michael E. O’Hanlon

September 12, 2024

On LGBT issues, both parties move left
A person holds a rainbow flag as they participate in New York City Pride March along 5th Avenue, New York, NY, June 30, 2024.
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Jonathan Rauch

September 6, 2024

Democrats and Republicans on K-12 education: A comparison
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Education Democrats and Republicans on K-12 education: A comparison

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September 5, 2024

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