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1 American Government Chapter 5 Section 1

2 Political Parties Groups Of Like Minded Individuals Groups Trying To Influence Public Policy Major Parties Are Election Oriented

3 Coalitions Unions Of Diversely Minded People Groups Trying To Influence Public Policy Coalitions Are Issue Oriented

4 Party Functions Nominating Informer-Stimulator “Seal Of Approval” Governmental Watchdog

5 Nominating Function Serves To Supply Candidates For Public Office Almost Exclusively A Party Function Clearly Sets Parties Apart From Other Political Groups

6 Informer-Stimulator Function Serves To Inform The Public Regarding Various Issues Serves To Stimulate Public Discussion On Important Party Functions Acts As An Attractant For New Members

7 “Seal Of Approval” Function Ensures Quality Of Candidates Running For Office Failure To Meet Social Standards Can Affect Party And Candidate

8 Governmental Function Congress Organized Along Party Lines Majority Party Dictates Path For Policy Parties Provide Channels For Most Efficient Governing

9 Watchdog Function Minority Party Keeps Record Of Majority Party’s Mistakes Provides Campaigning Issues For Next Election

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