
Q: What are the two major political parties in the United States?
A: Democratic and Republican
The Democratic Party:
Founded 1828, one of the world's oldest active parties
Symbol: Donkey
Generally favors expanded government role, social programs, progressive policies
Strong in urban areas, coastal states
The Republican Party:
Founded 1854 ("Party of Lincoln")
Symbol: Elephant
Generally favors limited government, free markets, traditional values
Strong in rural areas, Southern and Midwestern states
Third parties: Green Party, Libertarian Party, Independent. Third parties rarely win federal elections due to the winner-take-all Electoral College system.
Q: What is the political party of the President now?
A: [Know the current President and their party at time of your interview]
Q: What is the name of the current Vice President?
A: [Look up the current Vice President — this changes with administrations]
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