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2 Party System

2 Party System. Analyze the impact of the rise of the two-party system in Georgia. Analyze- to divide a complex idea into parts or elements; dissect, break down. 2 Party System in GA. Political Parties are organizations that seek to elect their members to public office.

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2 Party System

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  1. 2 Party System Analyze the impact of the rise of the two-party system in Georgia. Analyze- to divide a complex idea into parts or elements; dissect, break down

  2. 2 Party System in GA • Political Parties are organizations that seek to elect their members to public office. • The goal of the party is to control the government by winning elections • 2 main political parties: Democrats and Republicans • In Primary elections Voters select the person who will represent the party in the general election • Primaries are open to members of both parties • You may only vote in one party primary

  3. Political Trends in Georgia • After the civil war in Georgia politics was dominated by the Democratic Party • Over the past several GA has moved from a 1 Party to a 2 Party state. Factors in this change: 1. End of the county unit system 2. Reapportionment 3. 1960’s civil rights movement

  4. 2 Party System Can you answer the EQ ??? • What is the difference between the one and two party system in Georgia and how did the rise of the latter impact Georgia? • How has reapportionment affected the power of political parties in Georgia?

  5. 1996 Olympics Evaluate the effect of the 1996 Olympic Games on Georgia. Evaluate: to make a judgment as to the worth or value of something; judge assess

  6. Planning for the Olympics Planning began with Billy Payne and Atlanta mayor Andrew Young in 1987 • Atlanta was selected for the games in 1990 • Intense preparation • 7500 Hotel Rooms added • Sporting venues built and enlarged • Sidewalks, trees, and lighting projects in ATL • Olympic Village • Olympic Stadium • Centennial Olympic Park

  7. 1996 Centennial Olympic Games Games lasted from July 19 - August 4 • 197 different nations, 26 sports • Events spread across the Atlanta area • Boxing @ Tech (AMC) • River events in N. GA Rowing @ Lake Lanier • July 27th: Pipe Bomb exploded at a concert in Centennial Olympic Park- 2 died

  8. Legacy of the Olympic Games Games seen as successful, All time high attendance • Brought $ to the state • New Venues • Olympic Stadium/ Turner Field • Centennial Olympic Park • Low income housing changed to apartments/dorms • Boosted tourism for years to come

  9. How did the 1996 Olympics affect the city and state?

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