Political Parties

What is a political party?

• A group of people who share the same beliefs about government.

A Two-Party System

Democrats:• Liberal Party• Support the working class /

create jobs• Support large government• Support Civil Rights• Protect the environment• Labor Unions• Support health care plans

for all citizens

Republicans:• Conservative Party• Support the business /

industry = jobs• Support Smaller

government• Loosen environmental

protection• Government should not

interfere with health care• Morals / Values

Roles of Political Parties

• 1. Nominate Candidates – spread the parties message.

• 2. Influence Policy • 3. Unite Government – (connect people)• 4. Create Balance • 5. Inform Citizens – help get their candidate

elected.

Notable Democrats

Notable Republicans

Types of Taxes

• Income Tax – tax on people’s earnings (federal and state)

• Property Tax – tax on peoples property (local) – supports public schools

• Licenses Tax – tax on fishing and hunting licenses (state)