Political Realignment for Dummies

The video tutorial explains the concepts of political party alignment and realignment, focusing on how voter demographics and third-party influences can shift party affiliations over time. It uses historical examples from the Republican and Democratic parties to illustrate these shifts, highlighting key events like the New Deal and civil rights movements. The tutorial concludes by summarizing the impact of these changes on the political landscape.

What are the two concepts discussed in the text regarding political parties?

Describe the base of the Republican Party in the late 1800s.

What is D alignment and how does it occur in the context of political parties?

Explain the significance of the New Deal coalition in the context of realignment.

How did the Democratic Party's stance on civil rights affect Southern Democrats in the 1950s?

What role did third parties play in the alignment and realignment of voters?

Discuss the changes in the electoral map regarding the Republican and Democratic parties over time.