Civics - Chapter 9.1 Reading Flashcard

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What is an association of voters with broad common interests who want to influence or control decision making in government by electing the party's candidates to public office?

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Political party

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Two-Party System

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A system of government in which two parties compete for power.

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What is a party that challenges the two major parties called?

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third party

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What is a platform in government?

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A platform in government is a series of statements expressing the party's principles, beliefs, and positions on election issues.

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In government, what is a plank?

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A plank is each individual part of a political party's platform.

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Which president was against political parties?

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George Washington

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Who led the Democratic-Republican party?

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Thomas Jefferson

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Who led the Federalist party?

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Alexander Hamilton

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What did Hamilton and Jefferson agree on?

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Protection for individual rights.

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What form of government did Hamilton prefer; a strong central government or strong state government?

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strong central government to protect individual rights