Study Questions

  1. How do two major political parties differ in terms of the American ideals of democracy, freedom, and equality? Does these similarities or differences make for a thriving marketplace of policy ideas?
  2. Do you think of yourself as a Republican, Democrat or Independent? Do others of your gender, race, age, and income level share your party identity?
  3. How might political parties ensure liberty and democracy? How do opposition parties to the ruling party ensure liberty and democracy?
  4. How might elections be different if there were no political parties?