L. Political Parties

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A person’s ideas about how government should run and issues should be solved.

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Political Views

Front

An organized group of people who share political views. They try to influence the government in support of their views.

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Political Party

Front

the range of political viewpoints, from “left” to “right”

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Political Spectrum

Front

Believes government has a role in taking action to improve citizens’ lives.

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Liberal

Front

In America, the Democrats belong on this end.

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Liberal

Front

Favors a less active role for the government in citizens’ lives to allow for personal freedom.

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Conservative

Front

In America, the Republicans belong on this end.

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Conservative

Front

Goes with the color blue and the donkey symbol

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Democrat

Front

Goes with the color red and the elephant symbol

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Republican

Front

A statement of a party’s official stand on major public issues overall.

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Political Platform