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Unit 5 – Civil War and Reconstruction, 1848–1877
Topic 5.12
Which of the following best compares the economic policies of the Republican Party and the Democratic Party during the Reconstruction Era?
The Republicans supported government subsidies for corporations, while the Democrats opposed such measures.
The Republicans believed in protecting the rights of workers, while the Democrats sought to maintain the power of business owners.
The Republicans supported higher taxes on businesses, while the Democrats favored lower taxes.
The Republicans favored policies that would promote economic growth and development, while the Democrats supported a more laissez-faire approach to the economy.
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