First, take a look at the party platforms for these parties. Click on the links and you'll go straight to the platform: Democratic Republican Libertarian Green Then, based on their platforms, pick at least three of the issues below and identify each party's position on them: 1. LGBTQ Rights 2. National defense 3. Gun ownership and gun control 4. The environment 5. Taxation Finally, compare and contrast the views of the four parties. Which of the parties seems more liberal to you? Which is the most conservative? (Don't be fooled: Libertarians are considered to be very conservatives, but their views on the legalization of drugs and sexual freedom might surprise you!)