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VOA Explains US Political Party Symbols


VOA Explains US Political Party Symbols
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The two major political parties in the United States, the Democrats and the Republicans, are illustrated by a donkey and an elephant. The images are used on campaign-related materials. As the U.S. prepares for its 2024 presidential race, which will be a repeat contest between former president and Republican candidate, Donald Trump, and incumbent president and Democratic Party candidate Joe Biden, VOA explains the meaning behind the parties' symbols.

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