On the other hand , 70 % of Republicans favor increased offshore drilling in comparison to 25 % opposition .
Also , Democrats oppose additional rig development at a rate of 71 % , while only 22 % of Democrats favor more offshore oil rigs .
70 % of Republicans favor increased offshore drilling in comparison to 25 % opposition .
Also , Democrats oppose additional rig development at a rate of 71 % , while only 22 % of Democrats favor more offshore oil rigs .