The Democrats

It is said that the Democratic Party has had "the lengthiest record of continuous operation in the United States" with approximately 72 million registered voters in 2004. While the Democrats have a minority of the seats in the House, they hold a majority of seats in the Senate. This party appeals to the majority of the public due to the fact that it is said that “The party has favored farmers, laborers, labor unions, and religious/ethnic minorities.” Today, it is said that the Democrats are beginning to favor more social freedoms, affirmative action, balanced budget, and free enterprise system. They are also working on a progressive taxation. Thus, boosting the economy but charging more money for every product. Today, the current president is a Democrat name Barrack Obama, being the first African American president and the 15th Democratic President to serve in the White House. The Democrats are mainly out there to help the majority of the public and make America the best possible place to live in.