Political Parties, Voting & Electoral College

George Washington did not like political parties because...

• they were too cool
• they divided the country
• they lie to win elections
• they waste resources

People who join together to pursue a common interest in influencing legislation are known as what?

• Political Action Committees (PAC's)
• Public Opinion
• Mass Media
• Interest Groups

The media does not influence public opinion by using bias, symbolism or propaganda.

• True
• False

An attempt to promote a particular person or idea?

• Influence
• Initiative
• Proposition
• Propaganda 

Which position would be most likely be found in the Republican Party platform?

• Introduction of tax incentives for small businesses to support better job.

• Support for the Affordable Care Act

• Opposition to American intervention overseas in the War on Terror

• Demand for increased taxation of corporations to support pre-school programs.

A function of a political party is…

• Making sure all eligible voters are registered.

• Working with other political parties to ensure fair campaigns.

• Helping to get information to the public concerning important issues.

• Safeguarding first amendment rights.

What are the two main parties in the United States?

• Remainders and Doctors

• Republicans and Democrats

• Federalists and Anti-Federalists

• Socialists and Libertarians

This political party is often referred to as the G.O.P.

• Republicans

• Democrats

• Socialists

• Libertarians

Billy just turned 18 and is trying to decide what party to vote for. He wants to join a party that will spend more money on public schools for our children. What party would he most likely want to join?

• Republican

• Democrat

• Socialist

• Communist

Rob: I am so sick of paying high taxes!

Tim: Well the election is coming up, make sure to vote.

Based off what Rob said, what party should he probably vote for?

• Republican

• Democrat

• Libertarian

• Green Party