LaMoney Topic 5.3 and Topic 5.4

What is the primary goal of political parties?

• To support the government

• To win elections and gain power

• To influence public policy

• To educate voters

What is one way political parties mobilize voters?

• Through private meetings

• By changing party policies

• Through GOTV efforts

• By holding public debates

What significant change has affected political parties recently?

• Increase in party mergers

• Reduction in party platforms

• Rise of candidate-centered politics

• Decrease in voter turnout

What was a reason for Trump's victory in 2016 according to the video?

• His use of social media

• Focus on blue collar workers

• Endorsement by celebrities

• His political experience

What is a critical election?

• An election decided by a small margin

• An election that leads to new voter coalitions

• An election with high voter turnout

• An election with a clear winner

What is party realignment?

• Changing party leaders

• Merging of political parties

• Shift in party affiliation by voters

• Redrawing electoral districts

How has the South's political alignment changed?

• From Republican to Democratic

• It has become more politically diverse

• From Democratic to Republican

• It has remained consistently Independent

How have recent changes in campaign finance laws affected candidates?

• Candidates can raise their own money more easily

• Candidates are more reliant on party funds

• Candidates must disclose all donors publicly

• Candidates have limited spending during campaigns