Functions of Political Parties SOL 5A & B

Functions Recruit and nominate candidates Educate the electorate (us) about campaign issues Monitoring actions of office holders ***Help candidates win elections Most important function The more officeholders a party can have the more power that party will have in government

Similarities Between Parties Organize to win elections Influence public policy This is done when the candidate wins Appeal to political center

Differences between Parties Stated in the party platform This is a list of issues and what the political party feels should be done to solve the problem

3rd Parties Introduce new ideas Press major parties about an issue Often revolve around a political personality

Campaign Slogans Don’t be shy, Give (name) a try Cast your ballot, have you heard? (name) for student council secretary, spread the word! Today, the school, tomorrow – the world. Vote for (name) Your Education, Your Life, Your School, Our Time Is Now

Campaign Signs