Define Democratic Meaning

Democratic
1- Of or concerning a democracy.
2- Who or that supports the belief that everyone should have equal rights and opportunities.

By Miranda
Democrat
A non biased definition of Democrat

The Democratic Party is one of the two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with its rival, the Republican Party. It is the worlds oldest active political party. Democrats generally tend to adopt left wing views, advocating social and economic equality. The Northeastern states are typically more left leaning and the Democratic party is more supported by those living in urban areas and younger demographics. As of 2019, 15 Democrats have served as President of the United States.

Democrats and Republicans have different views on many topics

As a Democrat, I believe in stricter gun laws.
By Harli
Democrats
One of the two main political parties of the United States, or the members or supporters of that party.

In general, the democrats are considered more liberal/left wing and the republicans more conservative/right wing. Although this is correct on average, individual differences in general are larger than party differences and thus individual democrats can easily end up on the right of individual republicans.

Most senators voted in favour of the proposal, with 15 Republicans and 5 Democrats voting against or abstaining.
By Stephine
Democrat
One of the two major political parties in the United States. Founded in 1828 by tennessee politician and later president Andrew Jackson and his supporters, the party originally held a more conservative view. However, over time, the party became more liberal in the early 20th Century, taking on a more progressive economic policy during Franklin Roosevelt’s presidency. During the civil rights movement in the 1960s, it’s commonly acknowledged to have switched places with its historical rival, the Republican Party, to become the more socially liberal party, as the republicans became the conservatives. Running on liberal policies generalized into pro environmentalism, protection and expansion of civil rights, regulation of the market so it does not hurt the people, and regulation of firearms. Despite it being considerably more liberal than its republican counterpart, the party acts much more conservative than most of the world’s other progressive parties. In recent years, factions of the party have become even more progressive, arguing for social democratic programs to become a part of the party’s agenda, spearheaded by certain politicians, most notably Vermont senator bernie sanders. As of now, they hold power in the lower seat of congress, the House of Representatives, while the Republican Party holds the senate and the presidency.

Conservatives often hear the Fox News definition of liberalism, and automatically assume the Democratic Party is evil.
By Calley
Democrat
1: A person who supports democracy
2: A person who supports a one of the numerous parties known as the "Democratic Party". Some democratic parties include: The US Democratic Party, Australian Democrats andthe New Zealand Democratic Party.

1: He, as a democrat, believes that the best way to choose the leader of a country is to hold an election.
2:I am a democrat, so I will vote for the Democrats in the election.
By Kathrine
Democrat
political party in the U.S.A who beileves in looking after the welfare of the people in this country. they acheive this by raising taxes so they can fund programs that help other people.

what the fuck nigga! the democrats lost another election well if they cant help me i geuss im gonna start selling dope because a nigga like me aint down with being broke/fuck all this hood knowledge and politics im bringing the holowtips to make these republican rednecks wish for tommorow quik
By Bess
Democrat
A Democrat is usually a liberal thinker who believes in progressive action.

Democrats realize that you cannot go back to the 1950s because the world has undergone change that cannot be rolled back. We have a larger population and we live at a faster pace due to technological advances. Liberal means keeping an open mind and being ready to adapt to change. In a changing world this is crucial to survival. Progressive action is adaptive action based on where we are today and where we can expect to be tomorrow.

Small government sounds good, but as populations increase, government is needed to maintain a balance between liberty and justice for all members of society. Government must be just large enough and strong enough to be up to the task of maintaining order while keeping the values and freedoms we have traditionally exhibited as a nation.

Where many Republicans want to turn the clock back to a time when things were simplier, more cut and dried, Democrats do not believe this is possible. Our world is more complex than ever and change is happening at a near exponential rate.

Democrats believe in strong national securityand are staunchly patriotic. A Democrat believes it is necessary to defend America from both external evil and internal corruption. Keeping America on the straight and narrow is an important part of keeping America safe. Democrats understand and accept the responsibility of keeping our country as honorable as it is strong.

Democrats are maligned as tax-and-spend liberals because Democrats voted for tax breaks for low income people, credits for child care and founded many of the social and educational programs we have today. Horror stories of welfare abuse are used to make people think that social programs are bad. But seriously, abuses are going to happen in any system or program because there are always going to be criminals who lie, cheat and steal. This happens at all levels of society, not just among welfare moms. Look at those Enron millionairs who cheated thousands of hard-working people out of their pensions.

Democrats, contrary to popular belief, balance budgets and believe in fair tax structures that do not squeeze the middle class out of existence.

Democrats believe in science and listen to experts. Democrats believe that religion and science can co-exist. Many Democrats are religious people who believe that cherishing and protecting the earth that God created is a sacred charge.

Democrats love America and they love our world. Democrats are fighting and dying in Iraq and Democrats are fighting at home to end the war. Democrats believe war is sometimes necessary but that the Iraq War and current occupation have made us less safe and have strained our proud military to the breaking point. Most military experts agree.

If you want to know what a Democrat really believes, read the platform of the Democratic Party. Watch C-Span and see who is actually voting for what. It is very eye-opening to see Democrats propose legislation that will aid military families and veterans and then watch nearly every Republican Congressman and Senator vote against it.

Watch and listen and learn. Don't close your mind and start believing the hype you hear from the hate-mongers. Learn about Democrats and about democracy.

Above all, Democrats want people to be free to disagree and to hash out their differences. Democrats want people to learn and discuss and come together in the best interests of all concerned. People working things out together is what democracy is all about.

He's studied both sides of the issues that our country is facing and has decided to register as a Democrat because he feels that the Democratic Party best represents the interests ouf America.

I am a proud Democrat.
By Isadora
Democrats
political party who raises taxes in order to fund goverment programs to build a stronger country.these goverment programs help the people of america. if you are rich it doesent benifit you to pay taxes because you dont got to worry about sending your kids to a good public school.

ive been in many good and bad schools but those well funded by the goverment were the one of the best highschools in the nation or state well anyway kobe brynat went to one of those(LM)now those that the goverment did not fund were real bad and they aint produceing shit the sad thing about it all theirs alot of smart muther fuckers who go to those schools
By Ulrike
Democrat
A party that believes in good programs such as social welfare and universal healthcare, but lacks the balls to put it forward.

Democrat: Lets help the poor!
Republican: No
Democrat: Ok! Please don't hurt me!
By Orly
Democrat
One of the two largest political parties in the United States, Democrats are generally left-wing, supporting social reform, government regulation of the private sector, and seperation of church and state. Democrats prefer to rely on common sense and understanding of other cultures rather than blind patriotism and xenophobia.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt was one of the greatest democrats, known for his reform of fiscal policy towards americans in order to combat the great depression. John F Kennedy, despite having a questionable private life, was also a model democrat, averting nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis and paving the way for civil rights reform for african americans.
By Barbee