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The United States is a two-party system, but that leaves a lot of folks out. They could vote for a third party candidate, but many of them only focus on a few specific issues. Your task today is to create a new political party to rival Democrats and Republicans, and build a website to inform all Americans of their new choice.
Here are the requirements:
History of the Party and Party Symbol (20pts)
How did your party begin? Reference other historical parties when telling the history of your own. Did you split from an existing party? Which one? Why? What is your party symbol? Why? Do you explain the meaning of your symbol?
Issues (30pts)
This is the most important part of your website. This is the part that defines your party and what it stands for. You must clearly explain your party’s stance on at least six issues. You may discuss more than six if you’d like. Everyone will prepare a summary of their party’s position on the economy and national security. The other four are up to you and your group. Here are some suggestions:
Campaign and Political Reform, Education, Energy, Environmental Issues, Foreign Policy, Healthcare, Immigration, Social Security (Retirement), Tax Reform, Women’s Issues, Gun Control, Immigration.
People/ Groups (15pts)
How are you going to appeal to various groups? Some groups include women, minorities, seniors, youth, and the LGBT community. You could also include groups like rural Americans, veterans, or particular religious groups to name a few. You must consider who your party platform would appeal to and why. You must prove to these groups that your party will benefit them in some way. You must choose a minimum of 3 groups.
News: 3 headlines (15pts)
What is going on with your party? Do you have a candidate running for president? Has there been a misunderstanding or scandal you need to clear up? Has your party taken a stance on an important issue? Is your party relevant? Be creative!
Resources for you to use on this project:
Websites highlighting political issues:
The websites below are just a few suggestions.
http://www.presidentialelection.com/Political_Issues/
http://us-political-parties.insidegov.com/
Examples:
http://autonomouspartycampaign.weebly.com/
http://lionparty.weebly.com/#/
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