Functions of party Flashcards

1
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Publicising elections

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Do this by persuading people to vote and informing them about the candidates

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Identifying leaders

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The MPs that are selected could then go on to become PM or members of the cabinet

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Selecting candidates

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They do this through sourcing the best prospective candidates for office at all levels

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4
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Representing society

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They do this by ensuring all groups are represented and have their demands met

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5
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Making policies

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Every party is seeking to either replace the government or stay in power and be re-elected

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6
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Reinforcing consent

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All Parties operate by supporting the current system of parliamentary democracy and this ensures the general public consents to the system

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7
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Educating the people

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Inform people about the key issues of that day and give their own solutions

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