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  1. Welcome JSA Members Please sign in, grab a cookie, and take a seat!

  2. http://beckmanjsa. wordpress.com

  3. Website

  4. Website

  5. Diogo Presents:The American Party A presentation on the united states two largest political parties:

  6. The Party Webster defines as: “Group of persons organized to acquire and exercise political power” What is Political Power?

  7. Power is derived from:

  8. 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

  9. Brief History of American Parties:

  10. 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.

  11. 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

  12. Issues: Obama-care Gay marriage Abortion Spending States Rights Constitution Education

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