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Political Parties

Political parties are organizations within a government that nominate candidates for political office. Political parties differ in ideology and goals.

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What does a party at the national convention issue to explain its position on the issues of the day?

During a political party's national convention, a select committee of important party members issues a "platform". This is a list of issues, new programs, and positions on current laws, that the party plans to adhere to when its candidates are elected.

A political party is best defined as?

A political party is a political organization that typically seeks to influence government policy, usually by nominating their own candidates and trying to seat them in political office. Parties participate in electoral campaigns, educational outreach or protest actions.

What was a Whig party?

To establish a national bank One of the goals of the Whig Party was to encourage independent acting and thinking and for American citizens to participate again in Politics and Government.

Why did the Whig party divided and lost power because?

The Whig Party which operated for a short time between the 1830â??s and the 1850â??s favored protectionism and modernization. The party was destroyed by a split within its ranks over pro and anti slavery expansion into the territories.

What did Washington warn the nation about in reference to political parties?

Washington could see that the political parties would become more important than the common good of the people. Today's political parties are a prime example of what he thought would happen. The fact that congress is unable to conduct business because of the fractions in congress who owe allegiance to powerful corporations or interest groups instead of representing the people who voted them in. This is a perfect example of what Washington warned against. He was right.

How Did William H Seward die?

Willahm H. Seward, died of old age and of his wounds from his assasination attempt of 81'

Can you donate to US political parties?

You are allowed to donate to Political Parties. Note that if you donate a lot they are required to record your name, address, and employer.

How did Confederate Secretary of War James Seddon try to prevent the US Civil War?

James Seddon had been an attorney prior to the US Civil War. He was a Democratic Congressman from Virginia. He was against an armed conflict to resolve sectional differences and so attended the "peace convention" held in Washington DC .After the war started, Confederate President Jefferson Davis appointed Seddon as Secretary of War in November of 1862.

When was Oromo Peoples' Democratic Organization created?

Oromo Peoples' Democratic Organization was created in 1989.

When was Sami People's Party created?

Sami People's Party was created on 1999-10-15.

Are most third parties 'one-issue' parties?

No. There are some "one-issue parties", but most third parties in Parliamentary Systems are not "one-issue parties". I would encourage you to read about German parties other than the Social Democrats and the Christian Democrats in order to see that the the other parties have complex and multifacted policies. Even in France, the third parties, by and large, have a variety of issues that they serve

When was The Movement of the Free Spirit created?

The Movement of the Free Spirit was created in 1986.

How much constitutional power does the UK's Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition have?

They have the power to vote on whether a Parliamentary Motion should become a Bill or not- when a Motion is tabled in the Commons, ALL MPs from all parties have the power to vote on whether or not it should be passed and become a Bill. If the Governing party tables a motion that is controversial within it's own ranks, there is a danger that some of it's members may side with the Opposition and vote against it- in such a scenario, if the Government were to lose the vote, this can lead to a Vote of No Confidence in the Prime Minister and a change of Government leadership.

Which two US presidents were members of the Federalist Party?

The two US Presidents that were members of the Federalist Party were George Washington and John Adams.

When was Latvia's First Party created?

Latvia's First Party was created on 2002-05-25.