Republican Party History and Symbols

The video explores the history of the Republican Party, from its inception in 1854 to its modern-day status. It highlights key figures like Abraham Lincoln, who became the first Republican president, and traces the party's evolution through the 20th century with leaders like McKinley, Roosevelt, and Eisenhower. The video also discusses the party's symbols, such as the GOP nickname and the elephant, and its political dominance at various points in history. The narrative concludes with the party's current standing in Congress and its ongoing mission to promote liberty.

In what year was the Republican Party founded?

• 1854

• 1890

• 1861

• 1876

Who was the first Republican candidate to run for president?

• John Fremont

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Abraham Lincoln

• William McKinley

Which president was the first Republican to hold office?

• Rutherford B. Hayes

• John Fremont

• Abraham Lincoln

• Ulysses S. Grant

What symbol is associated with the Republican Party?

• Donkey

• Elephant

• Eagle

• Lion

Which cartoonist is credited with giving the Republican Party its elephant symbol?

• Dr. Seuss

• Walt Disney

• Charles Schulz

• Thomas Nast

Which Republican president served two terms from 1953 to 1961?

• Dwight Eisenhower

• Richard Nixon

• Gerald Ford

• Ronald Reagan

During which decade did Warren Harding, Calvin Coolidge, and Herbert Hoover serve as Republican presidents?

• 1930s

• 1920s

• 1940s

• 1910s

Which Republican president is known for the phrase 'I am not leading this fight as a matter of aesthetic pleasure'?

• William H. Taft

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Calvin Coolidge

• William McKinley

As of the time of the video, how many seats did the Republican Party hold in the Senate?

• 54

• 65

• 50

• 60

What was the Republican Party's mission as described by Horace Greeley?

• To promote slavery

• To champion liberty

• To reduce taxes

• To expand the empire