8 Voting. Flashcards
Define political party.
A group which tries to be elected into power on the basis of its policys.
Define electoral processes.
The way in which voting is organised.
Define democratic processe.
The way in which all citizens can take part in govenment.
Define social change.
The way in which society has changed and is changing.
Define pressure group.
A group formed to influence government policy on a particular issue.
If you don’t vote, you don’t have a right to complain how the country is run. Give reasons for.
It is a good way to show your ideas.
You had your chance, you din’t use it.
If you didn’t vote , you don’t care.
If you complain you should do something.
If you don’t vote, you don’t have a right to complain how the country is run. Give reasons against.
Prisoners can’t vote and they can complain.
People under 16 can’t vote.
If you vote your party might not come to power.
You may be undecided.
No party might have the policy you want.
One vote may not make a difference.
Why should a Christian vote?
They should vote for a party that reflects Christian rules and goals.
When you were baptised you made a commitment to try and do the work of God which can be done by voting.
In the CCC it says that Catholics should vote.
Many people have fought and died so for the right to vote. We shouldn’t waste their sacrifice.
God gave you a conscience. You should use it.
Do you think the golden rule will inspire people to vote? Give reason for.
Yes as if you were a politician you would want people to vote.
Also which policy’s
