Partisanship also plays a role in policies regarding the economy and immigration. Republicans overwhelmingly believe that individuals who are benefiting from government assistance ought to meet subsequent work requirements. However, Democrats think otherwise; Americans who lean left on the political spectrum maintain that work requirements will hurt the poor.
Over the past few months, immigration has served as one of the most divisive matters in modern U.S. politics. Republicans generally favor strong border protection and adherence to immigration laws. By contrast, Democrats tend to focus on the reasons why certain individuals choose to illegally enter the United States.
Midterm elections will commence on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Republicans and Democrats alike are campaigning and hoping to emerge as the victors.