Homework: Political Parties Essay
Political participation and voting are important features of our democracy.
Prepare a 750 to 1,050 words essay discussing the political system of the United States. Address the following questions:
i. Examine voting trends over time in the United States. Which groups vote? Which groups don't vote? What could be done to improve voter turnout? Be sure to discuss multiple groups by age, ethnicity, gender, religion, income, and education.
ii. Summarize the functions of campaigns in the United States and what the process is to electing governmental officials in the United States both at the state and federal levels.
iii. Explain how campaigns influence the public and how are they used to mobilize people. Use key terms and concepts from this week's readings to discuss the key components of campaigning and how they influence voters during elections.
iv. What kinds of reforms could be made to make elections more free and fair?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.