Preamble
As we look back upon the 20th Century we see the birth of American prominence. The century is marked with glorious American achievements ranging from the birth of the Space Age to the development of the Information Age. Now, as we venture through the new millennium, the potential of further American prosperity is enormous. At times this journey will be a perilous quest, but with valiant leadership this nation shall flourish. Only the Democratic Party is prepared to guide America towards this future.
Under the watchful guidance of President Bill Clinton and the Democratic Party, America is finally moving in the right direction. In 1996, we, the Democratic Party, adopted and enacted a platform that has reinvigorated the American spirit of opportunity, responsibility, and community within our national character. Along with the hard work and determination of the American public this nation has achieved an unprecedented level of prosperity.
Currently, the American economy is on a record setting pace that is continuously strengthening our economic security. The level of unemployment in America is at a record low. Almost every able-body American is on the job working towards their American dream, and we, the Democratic Party, will not be satisfied until everyone can enjoy their American dream.
Through Democratic leadership the quality of life in America has vastly improved. America’s education system is improving, the environment is cleaner, families are healthier, and our streets are safer. Today, any American can claim that their lives are better off than they were 8 years ago.
All across America the success of the Democratic Party platform can be seen. But we want more. The Democratic Party is determined to giv...
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... first two years of college are free at any State or City University. This will result in a stronger economy and nation because as a whole society, we are strengthening the knowledge of our youth.
A substantial amount of Americans are without health insurance. We propose tax credits for small businesses that provide health insurance, retirement benefits, and employment and internships to students. We also propose that tax credits be given to businesses that practice clean air and environmental safety. We believe that our youth is a key concern of the nation and we need to set certain measures to make them feel safe and secure as Americans. A measure that we feel that needs to be taken is to raise taxes on such products as cigarettes and guns. The Democratic Party believes in helping American families economically and socially through more equitable tax benefits.
American politics have long revolved around the Grand Old Party and the Democratic Party. Arguably every conflict can be drawn back to the exacerbation of these two discordant parties. Both entities refuse to approach middle ground because it would hinder the respective party’s prestige or disobey ideals held for the past two centuries. Being a noted Democratic advocate, forty second US president William Clinton speaks at the Democratic National Convention. Because he employs rhetorical strategies, such as antithesis and procatalepsis, the partiality in his speech not only extols the Democrat’s persona but also degrades the Republican’s image.
Back in 1980, Republican president nominee Ronald Reagan pledged throughout his campaign that it was his goal to “restore the great, confident roar of American progress, growth and optimism”. Restoration, reinvigoration, and reclamation of values believed to be lost by the presidential treachery he was succeeding. Fast forward to 2008, Democratic president nominee Barack Obama did not see a need for restoration, he saw a need for new waves with his slogan “change we can believe in” after the economic destruction by W. Bush. Being such dramatic foils, the two men represent different eras of American politics. The unprecedented election of Obama severed Reagan’s seemingly everlasting legacy, signaling real changes coming to the presidency. The “Reagan Revolution” is remembered as an era of conservatism and economic peace, while Obama’s terms are viewed with mixed emotions. Obama’s impact can definitely be argued, as political information was more readily accessible in his presidency than any other in history; thanks to new technology and social communications, but since time has passed, so can Reagan’s. The use of their presidential powers is what a president is remembered for. Assessing the ranges in their backgrounds, motivations, policy creation and execution, and overall achievements, one can determine
This party is necessary to the United States because it expands upon the ideas of a major party, and improves them by strengthening foreign policy and reducing the national debt. The party also strongly encourages individuals to take responsibility of their own lives, and not be dependent upon other people. This is evident in both the party name, and one of their planks concernin...
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The New Deal period has generally - but not unanimously - been seen as a turning point in American politics, with the states relinquishing much of their autonomy, the President acquiring new authority and importance, and the role of government in citizens' lives increasing. The extent to which this was planned by the architect of the New Deal, Franklin D. Roosevelt, has been greatly contested, however. Yet, while it is instructive to note the limitations of Roosevelt's leadership, there is not much sense in the claims that the New Deal was haphazard, a jumble of expedient and populist schemes, or as W. Williams has put it, "undirected". FDR had a clear overarching vision of what he wanted to do to America, and was prepared to drive through the structural changes required to achieve this vision.
Bernie Sanders, current candidate for the President of the United States, Democratic party affiliation, believes that all students deserve the opportunity to receive an affordable, quality education from the earliest stages of schooling to high-level degrees. He has sponsored bills to make public colleges and universities tuition-free, as well as to drastically reduce interest rates on student loan debt.
Around 33 million people living in America were left without health insurance, and in that 33 million just alone 7 million were noncitizen immigrants who came to the United States to better themselves. Just for those 7 million people not being citizens they are forced to pay out of pocket and/or not be treated for lack of funds. “Making sure everyone has access to affordable healthcare.” (Lichetenberg, Dr.Naomi). The Democratic Party believes everyone, meaning citizen or noncitizen, has access to affordable healthcare. Affordable care act provides tax credits to help employees pay less keeping prices low for Americans with no money (Committee, Democratic National) . Similarly,
May the love you express to each other today, always be the first thoughts during any trying times in the future.
Every day that I wake up and every night before I fall asleep, I thank God that we met, because without you I would be nothing. Through the hard times you have held my hand, through the rough times you have held me close to you, and through the ups and downs you have stayed by my side. What else could I ask for? When I am sick you tuck me in. You have brought back the person that everyone loved and have helped me learn to be the person I always wanted and knew I could be.
I hope you are doing well that you're continuing to grow as you work on bettering yourself for you. That you are finding joy daily and having a blast with your brothers. I cannot go through life knowing that I didn't give this my all. I don't half ass anything and hope that was evident from this summer. You told me on multiple occasions how you admired nay loved how honest and blunt I am. Well, I hope you can still admire that quality even now that we are no longer together.
I know that I have not written you a letter before, but I am making some…renovations to my life, starting with cutting back on the amount of technology that I use. However, before I cut back, I was doing some research on behavioral analysis and human sciences. While all of this has been occurring I took some time to get in touch with my roots and my history so I watched a lot of documentaries on slavery and people’s escape to freedom, and you won’t believe this, I READ A BOOK! (of course on the topic of interest) Crazy right? It was the most complex book ever, or maybe it was just my emotions? I mean I was sad, angry, happy, humored, confused, but at the end I was content. Neither happy nor sad, just enlightened. You should read, better yet
It has been one year since you asked me to be your girlfriend and what a year it has been. We’ve had highs and lows, adventures and mishaps, and I loved every second of it. I have recently been thinking about where I was a year ago and how different my life has been because of you. A year ago, I had never been on a date, I had never kissed a boy, and I had never been in love. Three hundred and sixty-five days later, I have experienced all three. You have brought light to my dark days.
Thank you for the time you take to give me an extra hug or tell me I am wonderful. Those silent moments recharge my senses of appreciation for you.
Today I was thinking about how much I hate going a day without you. How I would do anything for you and would do anything to make you happy. I thought about everything I’d give up for you and everything I adore about you. I thought about how good you are at making me feel like the most special person in the world when I am with you. I thought about all the reasons why I love you… I love seeing your eyes light up when I walk into the room all dressed up or when I look like absolute shit and you tell me how gorgeous I am. I love how you never fail to give me butterflies in my stomach every time you say the words “I love you.” I love how fast my heart races every time I see you, especially after going a week or two without seeing you. I thought
In November, I will show you my true self and show you all that is in my heart, that I can only vaguely describe to you. You captured my heart fully this year and I'm glad it was you that did it. This is just the beginning of our lifelong journey together. My first path is southwest to be with you. The words of this letter cannot fully describe how I feel about you but they are the words and the small voice of my heart. You are a one of a kind woman and I want you to know that. I cannot wait to finally have you in my arms again and declare you safe from world's harm. I cannot wait to feel your soft lips against mine. I cannot wait to feel your heartbeat. I cannot wait to look into your bright, beautiful green eyes and tell you I love you. I cannot wait to run my fingers through your long, flowing blonde hair to ease your worries.