Civic Sense

Parties In The U.S.A.


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What is the role of political parties in American politics? Political parties are groups of citizens who attempt to influence and control the government by getting their members elected. The main goal of political parties is to control the government and win elections. 

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  • Davis, J. E., Fernlund, P. F., & Woll, P. (2005). Civics: Government and Economics in Action. Pearson Prentice Hall.
  • McClenaghan, W. A., & Magruder, F. A. (2003). Magruder’s American Government. Prentice Hall. 
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Civic SenseBy Jazzi Marine