C.E.5a
Political parties play a key role in government and provide opportunities for
citizens to participate in the political process.
Functions of political parties
Recruiting and
nominating
candidates
Helping candidates
win elections
Educating the
electorate about
campaign issues
Monitoring actions
of officeholders
The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political process at the local, state, and national levels of government by:
a) describing the functions of political parties.