Political Parties & Elections

Which party was the most successful?

In General: Republican Party supports a weak central government, the death penalty, and strict immigration laws

Party system in which two politcal parties are dominate and control the government

The creation of the Populist and Progressive Parties led to the start of the 4th Party System

In General: Democratic Party supports a progressive tax system, universal healthcare, and public education

After 1964 Civil Rights Act, many white, conservative Southern Democrats supported this party...

The Third Party System (1860) began with the election of...

US Senator serve for ____ year terms

Which of the following countries has a one party system?

Party system in which political parties do not exist

Presidential Elections are held...

Members of the House of Representatives serve for...

What group of Americans has remained the most consistent in their party affiliation?

This party was the party of Southern plantation/slave owners

Party system in which three or more political parties share power...

Which of the following were the first political parties of the United States?

The 5th Party System began with _________ ___________ policies to address the Great Depression.

The election of ___________ launched the 2nd party system, after the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans (1800s)

Midterm elections take place every...

What system is used to elect the US President?