History
- The Democratic Party was formed in 1792.
- This party was started by the supporters of Thomas Jefferson, the party also stated with the name of the Republicans,or Jeffersonian Republicans
- The name originally used was to emphasize their anti-aristocratic policies.
- Their present name was adopted during Andrew Jackson's presidency in the 1830's.
- In 1860 the party split over the extending slavery into the Western territories.
Philosophy
- They believe it is better together than as one.
- The success of the country comes from the success of the many.
- When each person in society does their part the country has more potential.
- The rules and regulations need to be enforced to everyone.