On the Record Compare the Platforms Republicans Democrats GOP on Education Democrats on Education Education should be a matter of parental choice without government interference.
Republicans support the parent's right to choose how their children are educated.
Republicans believe education is best administered at the local level. We support excellent public education that is adequately funded and available to all. GOP on Crime Democrats on Crime Swift and sure punishment is a deterrent to crime, including mandatory and severe punishment for those convicted of manufacturing, transporting, supplying, or dealing illegal drugs. Individuals must be held accountable for their actions. Criminals should receive sentences commensurate with the severity of their crimes, pay restitution to their victims, and pay for the cost of their punishment and rehabilitation.