VOA Explains US Political Party Symbols

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.