Part 1.
I need 4-5 sentences each of question.
Be able to explain what a push poll is and provide examples
• Be able to explain lobbyists and how they influence politicians and provide examples
• Be able to explain why the United States has low voter turnout rates
• Be able to explain how electors are chosen
• Be able to explain the difference between prospective voting and retrospective voting
• Be able to explain the power of political parties in Congress and why control of both houses is advantageous for political parties
Part 2
I need 2-3 page for each question.
1-summary
2-3- argument with counter argrument make sure which side you are
4- conclusion each question
• We have discussed third parties in class - be able to explain and discuss what the creation of a third party would require and what political issues might encourage membership in a new party, and what impact this might have on the US and voters
• Review the history of voting and voter registration in the US; what have been some of the challenges to registering and voting in the US; in 2016 consider whether or not voter registration laws continue to be a threat to democracy
• Be able to explain and describe the American political identity. What makes American political ideology different than that of citizens of other countries?
• Be able to fully discuss the role and political function of special interest groups, how they function in the US, and whether or not they are truly democratic institutions; consider whether or not they are they a threat to democracy