Unit 4 section 2 Benefits and costs of political parties

What are the benefits Pushing issue important to members and

supporters.
educating the people how the political and
electoral system work.
Compromising with supporters and other
politicians on issues and turning them into
general policies
Benefits cont Encouraging citizens to participate in the
political process.
Acting as a mediator between the public
and the government. Choosing and training
candidates who are worthy to be elected to
public office
costs Selfish propaganda that could hurt national
interest, creation of anger between parties
creating divisiveness and gridlock
Ruin individuality because people follow
the party and not their own beliefs
Costs cont Encourage corruption through appointing
people or hiring for votes
Deprive the country of talented individuals
who can contribute to its success because
the other party is excluded
Themes

Things I learned

Questions Are the cost part, just a cost to the

benefits? I am not understanding

How it relates to me If I'm going to be a voting citizen, it is

helpful to know these things so I can keep
my individuality.