The Democratic Party today is generally considered more liberal than the Republican Party because its members and elected officials normally support __________.

free-market economics rather than government regulation of business

extending the "social safety net" rather than cutting taxes

a constitutional amendment that would make abortions illegal

the interests of business rather than the interests of labor

The Democratic Party today is generally considered more liberal than the Republican Party because its members and elected officials normally support extending the "social safety net" rather than cutting taxes .

Explanation:

The Democratic Party has its origin in anti-federalist factions, from the time of American independence from British rule. These factions were organized by Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and other opponents of the Federalists in 1792.

Democrats defend a more active role of government in society, and believe that such participation can improve the quality of life of people, in addition to helping them to achieve greater opportunities in an equal way.