Describe the similarities and differences between the Democratic and R

Describe the similarities and differences between the Democratic and Republican parties in the Gilded Age, especially their constituencies, outlook, and position on key issues.

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ANSWER
Both parties accepted industrialization, opposed government intervention in the economy, were led by wealthy professionals, and made a broad appeal for support. Republicans were generally supported by reformers, African Americans, “old stock” Americans, New Englanders, and the very wealthy. Democrats attracted solid support from southern whites, urban immigrants, and religious minorities. Republicans were the party of morality and supported prohibition, blue laws, education reform, and high tariffs. Democrats were the party of personal liberty and supported low tariffs.