text: what is the real difference  democrat & republican...? i know nothing (obviously) about politics.  my hard-working, millwright dad, years ago, in his harsh way....said: "son....the democrats look-out for the little guy...like us, the hard-workin, common  man.   the republicans look-out for the rich people...period".     now....i highly doubt it's that simple.   was dad even close?  thanks in advance.   ps:  why do these guys run...independants etc..when the know they'll never stand a chance? listen to your father.i wish it hadn't taken me so long to figure this out. and remember a working man voting republican is like a turkey voting for thanksgiving