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The Parties

What makes someone a Republican or Democrat? Where do the parties stand on various issues? From abortion to taxes – and everything in between – discover where the party lines are drawn. Well, if you slept through your American Government class, these political party primers can help make sense of it all.

Get the facts on the Democrats and where to find out more about the party, their views and where they’re headed.



1463591-949949-thumbnail.jpgMeet the Republicans
Find out what the Republicans are about, how to contact them and their plans for the future of their party.



Why a Donkey and an Elephant?

Is a political cartoon from the 1800s really  the reason a donkey and elephant have come to represent our two major political parties?
 
Did you know? According to the most recent polls, roughly one-third of Americans identifies with the Republicans, one-third with the Democrats, and the remainder consider themselves independents.