Democrats Gear Up For Campaign Season
As the campaign to re-elect President Obama gets underway, the Democratic Party as well as Obama for America are detailing their views on the top issues facing Americans in this election season.
Both the president and the Democratic Party are using social media to spread the message about the accomplishments of the Obama presidency so far. They are using sites such as Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, Flickr to get the word out.
Visitors to Obama’s official campaign web site or the Democratic Party’s site can explore more about the issues Democrats believe are important to Americans this election. The site lists Jobs and the Economy, Education, Energy and Environment, Equal Rights, Health Care, National Security, Taxes, and Women’s Health as the big issues.
The Economy, Unemployment, and Education
Many Americans are concerned about the economy. The economic downturn that began in 2008 led to high unemployment rates as production slowed and the need for workers decreased. While in office, President Obama has stated that creating jobs is a priority. To stimulate job growth, the president has focused on reviving manufacturing and other industries.
Democrats contend that education is also important. They believe that the nation needs well-educated citizens who are prepared for the economy of the future.
Natural Resources and Social Issues
Responsible use of natural resources that provide energy—such as coal, natural gas, and oil—is a also a priority for Democrats. During the campaign, the president is likely to continue to call for expanding the use of sustainable energy options and innovative technologies to help make that happen.
In addition to the environment, social issues such as equal rights, health care, and women’s rights are topics that will receive a great deal of attention in the party platform. You can explore the Web site for the Democratic party to learn more about the party’s position on these topics.
Issues Abroad and at Home
National security is no less of an issue today than it was last election or since 9/11, as the War on Terror is ongoing. Additionally, the United States still has troops in Afghanistan, and must also address other issues of national security.
Meanwhile back at home, statistics suggest that the middle class may be growing smaller. The highest earners, dubbed the 1 percent, pay different tax rates than the so-called 99 percent. The Republicans and Democrats have different points of view about taxes, creating much debate this general election.
