Tensions within the Republican party

healthcare

moderate ; Support some government help in healthcare e.g. senator susan collins voted against full ACA repeal in 2017

fiscal ; Want less government in healthcare. Prefer private insurance, free-market solutions. e.g. Supported repealing the ACA and cutting Medicaid expansion

economy

fiscal ; Want low taxes, less regulation, and major spending cuts to reduce debt. e.g. supported Trump 2017 tax cuts 

liberal ; OK with regulation and helping lower-income families, even if it means more government spending. e.g. wealth tax 

role of the state

liberal ; Think the government should protect rights and step in on social issues like climate change or LGBTQ+ rights. e.g. gun control

moderate ; Believe the federal government should solve big problems when needed. e.g. covid-19 pandemic

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