Hi, so I'm a history student, and I've been through a survey of American History, so I know the basics of what I'm talking about... But sometimes I'd like to get a more detailed and in depth view of a particular issue. Today, this is that issue. I know that in the mid 18th century, Democrats generally opposed social rights changes like the ending of slavery and the influence of big government... And the Republicans were the ones pushing for social rights and big government involvement, and a big change occurred in the parties and they basically swapped places... But I'd love to get a more specific and detailed look at this.