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AP US Government
Unit 4 – American Political Ideologies and Beliefs
Topic 4.9
How do conservative ideologies differ from liberal ones when addressing income inequality?
Conservatives generally support heavy regulation and high taxes, while liberals advocate for a laissez-faire approach.
Conservatives tend to advocate for less regulation and low taxes believing market forces will address inequality whereas liberals favor progressive taxation and government programs to redistribute wealth.
Both oppose any form of governmental involvement in addressing income inequality.
Both believe in direct wealth redistribution by the government.
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