Moderate Republicans also tend to trust politicians. Moderates are also more supportive than other Republicans of environmental protection and are far less critical of Clinton. Moderate Republicans also divide much more narrowly than other GOP groups in their views concerning homosexuality. But in their views on social welfare issues, the relatively affluent Moderate Republicans take relatively conservative positions. Although they do not identify as strongly with the Democratic Party, the Liberal Democrats comprise a pro-government and socially tolerant coalition that consistently supports the Democratic ticket.
Disproportionate numbers live in the East.
Liberal Democrats hold progressive views across the board. They express more concern than any other group about the effects of racial discrimination and are highly concerned about the needs of the poor. Although Liberal Democrats tend to view government favorably, they are not as pro-government as the New Democrats and they are less trusting of politicians. At the same time, Liberal Democrats are strong supporters of government efforts when it comes to protecting the environment, helping the needy or regulating business corporations. Most had voted for Bush in 1988, and, despite their support for Clinton four years later, they were a somewhat less partisan group compared to other Democratic coalitions.