The party's platform has changed over its existence. Its platforms throughout the 19th century supported progressive and populist positions including women's suffrage, equal racial and gender rights, bimetallism, equal pay, and an income tax.[2] The platform of the party today is progressive in that it supports environmental stewardship, animal rights, and free education, but is conservative on social issues, such as supporting temperance and advocating for a consistent life ethic.[1][3]