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Political parties are not a part of the U.S. Constitution, but they began when
the constitution was being debated. People such as George Washington warned
against political parties because they believed they were selfish and
dangerous. What is a political party?
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Before the microphone, radio, and television, candidates would make speeches to
people willing to listen. To be seen and heard, they stood on platforms made
from wood planks and raised off the ground. There, the candidate would
explain to the public where he stood on the issues of the day. Today we
continue to use the words platform and plank in politics. What is a platform
and a plank?
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What is the main goal of the Democratic and Republican party?
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What is the difference between Democrat's and Republican's view on the role of
government in solving our social and economic problems?
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What role do political parties play in elections?
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What is a primary election?
- How do Democrats and Republicans select a candidate for President in an election year?
- ____ cautious about change
- ____ in-between liberal and conservative
- ____ less government
- ____ active government
- ____ could go either way
- ____ stress the importance of individual rights
- ____ social reform
- ____ favors traditional value
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The Companion to The Little Book On Line
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M: Political Parties and Party Candidates
Learning Outcome #13: Understand the major role of political parties in a democracy is to provide a choice in governmental leadership (i.e., candidates and platforms).
Directions, Part A: Carefully read and study Section M under Important Things to Remember and Related Words in The Little Book. Then, answer the questions below. Also use the Glossary.
Answer Key
Directions, Part B: Democrats are usually liberal. Republicans are usually conservative. Read the definition of the words conservative, liberal, and moderate in the Glossary. Then, read the phrases below and decide if they are characteristics of liberals (L), conservatives (C), or moderates (M).
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