Geo Location Usa Flashcards
What do the coastal areas have more of that make them vote Dem?
EMs, poor industrial areas (blue collar workers), and inner cities
What areas are more likely to vote democrat?
Large cities and coastal areas
Where does the Republican Party have support?
Southern States, small rural towns and suburban areas
How does geographical location link to religion?
People in rural towns, southern statesmen more religious, particularly conservative Christian. Meaning they hold values such as homophobia and anti-abortion, are similar to rep’s views
Why do suburbs tend to favour Reps slightly more?
Lower taxation
What percent of urban areas voted democrat in 2012?
63%
What percent of suburbs voted dem/rep in 2012?
Dem- 50%
Rep- 48%
What percent do rural areas voted rep in 2012?
53%