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Political Parties
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What is a political party?
• A group of people who share the same beliefs about government.
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A Two-Party System
Democrats:• Liberal Party• Support the working class /
create jobs• Support large government• Support Civil Rights• Protect the environment• Labor Unions• Support health care plans
for all citizens
Republicans:• Conservative Party• Support the business /
industry = jobs• Support Smaller
government• Loosen environmental
protection• Government should not
interfere with health care• Morals / Values
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Roles of Political Parties
• 1. Nominate Candidates – spread the parties message.
• 2. Influence Policy • 3. Unite Government – (connect people)• 4. Create Balance • 5. Inform Citizens – help get their candidate
elected.
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Notable Democrats
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Notable Republicans
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Types of Taxes
• Income Tax – tax on people’s earnings (federal and state)
• Property Tax – tax on peoples property (local) – supports public schools
• Licenses Tax – tax on fishing and hunting licenses (state)