Income & USA Support Flashcards
0
Q
Why do poorer people tend to vote dem?
A
Dem are more sympathetic to those who depend on government welfare and Medicaid
1
Q
what percent of people with incomes under $15,000 voted dem?
A
73% in 2012
2
Q
Where do the poor tend to live?
A
Urban areas
3
Q
Why do wealthy people vote rep?
A
Bc they favour lower taxes and limited gov intervention in the economy.
4
Q
Where do the richer tend to live?
A
Suburban areas or rural states o the mid west (Iowa) or south (Alabama)
5
Q
What percent of those with an income of under $50k voted dem?
A
60%
6
Q
What percent of those with an income of $100k or more voted rep?
A
54%
