American Political Parties
Although the two-party system that defines American government may seem solid and unquestionable, American political parties and their platforms have changed considerably throughout history. Even in this era of polarized opinions, there are nuances and details regarding U.S. political parties that are often overlooked. This American Political Parties Web Guide explores the historical and contemporary distinctions among Democrats, Republicans and other political parties of the past and present.
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This section provides background information on American government, illustrating how the current... read more»
Political Parties Today
Below you’ll find links to official Web sites for the Democratic Party, the Republican Party,... read more»
Political News
This section of the guide plugs you into the events and issues that define today’s political parties. You’ll learn what elected officials, candidates, reporters and pundits are saying about current policies and platforms.
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- Visit findingDulcinea’s Politics or Political Blogs Web Guides for media outlets that offer specifically liberal or conservative commentary.
- One of the best ways to be informed is to find out what the other side is saying. If you prefer liberal media sources, have a look at some of the conservative discussions out there. You’ll improve your political discussions with others by knowing which points to refute. You may even broaden your perspective to accommodate opinions you previously criticized.
- For the latest news from the 2008 presidential race, visit the Election News Roundup at findingDulcinea’s Beyond the Headlines.
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