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Introduction to Political Parties

Introduction to Political Parties. Unit 2: CH 5.1. What is a Political Party? . political party- a group of people who seek to control government through the winning of elections and holding of public office. . What do Parties do in the US? .

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Introduction to Political Parties

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  1. Introduction toPolitical Parties Unit 2: CH 5.1

  2. What is a Political Party? • political party- a group of people who seek to control government through the winning of elections and holding of public office.

  3. What do Parties do in the US? • The two major parties are primarily election oriented, as opposed to principle or issue oriented. • Parties are coalitions, a union of members with diverse interests, who have come together to get their candidate elected.

  4. Major Functions of Parties • Nominating Function • Informer/ Stimulator Function • Help people identify and deal with complex information

  5. More Major Functions of Parties • Future Leader Function • Governmental Function • Help recruit future leaders by giving them experience and backing • Ex: Young Democrats, Young Republicans • Prioritize public policy and organize government • Watchdog Function

  6. Partisanship Loyal Opposition • Democrats and Republicans have different ideologies (opposition) but are for (loyal to) the democratic process. • an inclination to favor one group or view or opinion over alternatives 

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