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Political Party Webquest. Which party (D or R) does a better job communicating it’s message through the use of technology? What are the main differences in style/tone/attitude between the 2 (D and R) sites? With the 4 main issues you researched, circle the stance you agree most with.
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Political Party Webquest • Which party (D or R) does a better job communicating it’s message through the use of technology? • What are the main differences in style/tone/attitude between the 2 (D and R) sites? • With the 4 main issues you researched, circle the stance you agree most with. • How is the Tea Party different than the Republican Party on your 4 issues? • Identify 1 conservative and 1 liberal party-what makes them liberal/conservative? • Extreme Party-What are their ideals?
Introduction to Political PartiesDecember 19, 2018 Objective: To gain a basic understanding of the roles that political parties in the United States perform What are 3 realistic (detailed if possible) political issues that will make you stop, listen and possibly support a political candidate? What are 3 political issues that do not spark your interest and may turn you away from a candidate? What MUST political parties do to make the issues that you care about (and will get you out to vote) real for your generation? (CURRENT DIVIDE)
Three components of Parties • Party in Government: • ELECTED Officials • Staff • Main goal • 3 branches of govt. • Direct Policy
Three components of Parties • Party Organizations: Decentralized + Fragmented • National Committees • 50 state party systems • Local party systems
Three components of Parties • Party in Electorate: LARGEST • Membership (Loose) • “Dealignment”REASONS FOR • Interest Groups • Media • Identification vs. Voting
Functions… • TO WIN ELECTIONS • Endorse Candidates III. Raise and Spend Funds -Grassroots IV. Register Voters
Functions cont… V. Simplify decisions for voters VI. Patronage I. pork/earmarks VII. Linkage Institution VIII. Unify diverse interests