1. Explain four instances of party realignment in the 20th century.

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b.

c.

d.

2. What coalition of voters supported FDR, JFK and LBJ ?

3. Who were the Reagan Democrats ?

4. What is divided government ?

5. What is the ideological party era ?

6. What role does the religious right play in contemporary American politics ?

7. What role have third parties played in the political system ?

8. What is the main differences between Democrats and Republicans with regard to each of the following issues ?

Abortion:

Dem

Rep

Taxes:

Dem

Rep

Affirmative Action and Homosexual Rights:

Dem

Rep

Gun Control and Crime:

Dem

Rep

9. What is meant by party dealignment ?