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Section 5

The U.S. Political System

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The U.S. Political System

The United States is a representative federal democracy driven by elections in which citizens' and lobbyists' diverse interests compete.

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Political Parties and Elections

Political parties seek to influence government policy by nominating select candidates to hold seats in political offices.

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Voting Behavior

Voter turnout depends on socioeconomic factors such as education, income, gender, age, and race.

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Lobbyists and Special Interest Groups

Lobbying describes paid activity in which special interest groups argue for specific legislation in decision-making bodies.

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African Americans as a Political Force

Collectively, African Americans are more involved in the American political process than other minority groups.

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Hispanics as a Political Force

Hispanics have the ability to be an influential force in politics, a fact that is especially true in areas with high Hispanic populations.

The Role of the Media

Media are means of transmitting information, which is important for a democracy in which citizens must make their own informed decisions.

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The Role of Age

There is a correlation between age and political activity/organization.

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