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Political Parties

Political Party – an organization of citizens who wish to influence and control government by getting their members elected to office. Two main parties – Republicans and Democrats

How Parties help Government Select candidates – nominate candidates to run for public office Setting goals – establish a PLATFORM – statement of party’s stand on major public issues Providing leadership – provide day-to-day leadership in government Act as watchdogs – keep people aware of what is going on in government.

How Parties Help Citizens Citizens’ voice in government – provide a way for citizens to be heard Informing citizens – provide facts, figures, and party stances on various issues

History Democratic Party - Evolved from the Democratic-Republicans. Andrew Jackson was the leader and first Democratic President. Opposed strong national government – supported states rights. Republican Party – began in 1854 as Anti-slavery party. Supported business interests – strictly a party of the North – Abraham Lincoln first Republican President.