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(I know this project is a million years late and worth no points, but I just want to say that I thoroughly enjoyed this project. I've learned A LOT of things about myself that I never knew, for instance, I also favor the Green Party according to my ideology. Before Government class, I couldn't care less about politics and the government, but after taking this class, I actually realize that politics can actually tell a lot about you as a person. Sorry this was so late, I was absent during the week it was due because of a sinus infection and I've basically fallen behind on work in all my classes. Thanks for reading about my political ideology!)

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Political Issues | What the Government Needs to Address

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Political Issues | What the Government Needs to Address

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From the issues that I've researched, these were the issues most important to me that Democrats want to address:
1) Civil Rights
"We fight for equal rights and opportunities for every American regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability."
This issue greatly influenced my ideology because as an African-American, equality despite race in America is top priority, in my opinion. Especially in light of recent events, such as police brutality, the travel ban and racial stereotyping, we're slowly losing the idea of civil rights. And it doesn't help that we have Donald Trump as our president.
2) Immigration Reform
"Democrats are working against Trump's policies, and strive to keep families together."
This issue ties into civil rights a little, and immigration reform has a similar reason for influencing my ideology. Seeing the way Trump is senselessly creating laws simply because of one's race is absolutely wrong. Immigrants should have just as much rights as American citizens, they travel to America for a better life, not discrimination.
3) National Security
"Democrats are fully committed to giving troops the proper gear, training and support in order for them to respond to threats accordingly."
My father is a navy seal veteran, so naturally I care for the well-being of our troops. And we need proper response to threats, such as the recent threat, North Korea. Trump isn't responding correctly at all, only aggravating and provoking Kim Jong Un. I'd really like to avoid war, so I believe that National Security is an important issue as well that Trump needs to focus more on (in a sensible way).

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My name is Alexia Govan, and I am a quiet, introverted (yet quirky), 16 (going on 17) year old African-American female.
Despite the multiple hardships we have to go through, I'm proud to be female. Women have endured many hardships in history but as of today, things are only get better. I'm no feminist, but I strongly believe that my gender has played a role in my political ideology, because I believe in gender equality.
Being an African-American in this day and age, we're especially prone to stereotyping and judgement, according to my parents. My family believes that we should be proud of our race, and not let other people say otherwise, despite our history in the America. And because we know how it feels to be treated differently, we firmly believe that we should treat others right.
According to my father, he described our family as "average to 'lower-level' wealthy class." I feel that our social class has some effect to my ideology, because I'm lucky to live in a nice home with heat and I'm grateful to have clean clothes on my back; however, it's so hard for me to see those who aren't as fortunate as I am struggling, and I personally feel that the government (both our state and national government) need to get more involved in finding ways to help the homeless and those struggling financially.

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Political Socialization | My Influences 

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Political Socialization | My Influences 

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Ever since Barack Obama began his campaign for US president, my family has identified as devoted democrats. Even now since the past election, my parents heavily supported Hillary's campaign, especially my mother because she believed that Clinton's presidency would empower women around the world. I never cared that much for politics, but since I've seen how much my parents cared for equality and rights for everyone, it was natural for me to identify as a democrat with them as well.
Our school, Plainfield North, is especially accepting. With our constant changing times, especially with social issues such as gender-identity and sexual orientation,  our principals, deans and students still respect everyone. My peers are respectful to others, and are always willing to accept and understand new things.
Our media is constantly talking about one individual and that's our US president: Donald Trump. Being 100% honest, seeing and hearing the things that Trump wants for the future of America GREATLY influenced my ideology. I have yet to find one thing that I 100% agree with Trump on, and I truly believe he has been a useless president so far; it's as if he not president, but a "celebrity" that somehow made it into office.
Out of the many factors that contribute to my political identity, my religion has probably had the least amount of influence on my preference. My extended family down south are particularly religious and practice Christianity; but as for me, I'm not really religious at all. I still don't really know what my religious preference is, but as of now, it has no effect to my political ideology.

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Being described as a "Disaffected Democrat," I mostly identify as a democrat or supportive of the Democratic Party. We believe that our national government needs to do more for those in need, such as the homeless or immigrants, but our economic system ultimately favors the wealthy and powerful. We cherish equality for everyone, no matter gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, etc. and that if the government actually put forth the effort, we could solve more bigger, societal problems.