Political Parties

A political party is _____.

• Democrat or Republican only.

• a group of citizens who have similar views about government.

• A party of politicians.

• A political action committee.

Family, Age, Religion and Economics all are influences for what?

• The political party someone may pick to join.

• A political action committee someone may try to join.

• The Democratic National Committee

• The Republican National Committee.

One of the purposes for a political party is to ...

• Support other political parties.

• To discourage voting and political involvment.

• Act as a “watchdog” when the other party does wrong

Which one of the following is true for what the Democrats believe in?

• Want less government involvement and control

• Believe each person is
  responsible for themselves

• Believe that it is the
  responsibility of the government to care for its people

Which one of the following is true for what the Republicans believe in?

• Want less government involvement and control.

• Want less military spending.

• Believe that it is the
  responsibility of the government to care for its people.

The Libertarian, Constitutional, Green and Socialist parties are examples of what?

• The 2 party systems.

• Third parties

• Primary Party

Why do 3rd party candidates have a hard time winning elections?

• 3rd parties don't always have the money and exposure to win elections.

• 3rd parties often win elections.

• 3rd parties struggle to become organized.

How are Political parties organized?

• Political Parties consist of Voters, Politicians, and workers/employees.

• Politicians (Elected officials) only

• Political Parties consist of Voters and employees.

• Political parties are organized by the government.

The National Committee is responsible for...

• Nominating a candidate to run for city mayor.

• Nominating a candidate to run for president.

• Nominating candidates to run for state elections like senator or governor.

The State Central Committee is responsible for...

• Nominating a candidate to run for city mayor.

• Nominating a candidate to run for president.

• Nominating candidates to run for state elections like senator or governor.