Lesson 4: Democrats vs Republicans
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will be able to compare and contrast the core principles, policy priorities, and ideological foundations of the Democratic and Republican parties, and analyze how party differences influence public policy and voter decision-making.
What are the key similarities and differences between the Democratic and Republican parties, and how do those differences shape political debates and policy outcomes in the United States?
CG.Inq.4.c. Critique political arguments and explanations while acknowledging the strengths and
weaknesses given the purpose and audience (credibility, bias, reasoning, sequencing,
details).
DOK level 3
Students analyze party platforms and policy positions.
They compare and contrast ideological differences.
They evaluate how party beliefs affect governance and policymaking.
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