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Ideology and social policy

Problem

Which of the following is an accurate comparison of conservative and liberal views concerning social policy?
LiberalConservative
AThe federal government should conduct background checks for gun purchasesThe federal government should not restrict an individual’s access to a gun
BThe federal government should regulate and restrict access to abortion proceduresThe federal government should respect a person’s right to privacy and not restrict access to abortion procedures
CThe federal government should allow same-sex marriageThe federal government should not make policy decisions on marriage
DThe federal government should allow voluntary prayer in schools for all studentsThe federal government should allow more state experimentation with school vouchers and charter schools
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