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Diogo Presents: The American Party A presentation on the united states two largest political parties:
The Party Webster defines as: “Group of persons organized to acquire and exercise political power” What is Political Power?
Power is derived from:
So then what is politics? Power =ability to effect change Politics is defined as: the art or science of government b: the art or science concerned with guiding or influencing governmental policy c: the art or science concerned with winning and holding control over a government Really its just: the art of the possible
Brief History of American Parties:
Democrats A Brief History Founded in 1828:oldest party in the world Has elected 15 Presidents Since the 1930s: Socially liberal and progressive platform Famous Democrats include: FDR, JFK, Obama , Modern Platform Recently more centrist economic and socially progressive agenda More social freedoms, affirmative action, balanced budget, and mixed market economy Most recently universal health care.
Republicans A Brief History GOP—Founded in 1854, Lincoln’s Party 18 republican presidents Dominated American politics from 1860-1932 Famous Republicans include: Bush, Lincoln, Romney, John Boehner Modern Platform American Conservatism: Fiscal Conservatism, free markets (Laissez-fair) Opposed to large federal spending Feels that government is more of a liability then an asset
Issues: Obama-care Gay marriage Abortion Spending States Rights Constitution Education