Democratic Party
Democrats, DNC
High integrity — accountable and transparent
Political Party
Active
Political Party
Active
Integrity
7.2/10
Political Party Details
Founded
1828
Ideology
Liberalism, Social democracy
Headquarters
Washington D.C.
Summary
One of the two major political parties in the United States, founded in 1828. Historically associated with progressive social policy, civil rights legislation, and government intervention in the economy. Currently the party of opposition in the U.S. Congress as of 2025.
Timeline
1828
Founded as the Democratic Party.
1964
Signs Civil Rights Act under LBJ.
2024
Joe Biden withdraws from presidential race; Kamala Harris loses to Trump.
Evidence & Sources
Created
4/6/2026
Last Update
7/15/2026