Midterm elections usually have the characteristic of lower voter turnout than Presidential year elections.
People usually feel less motivated and, as a result, less people vote during what is considered "off years." As a result, there is often more movement in who holds the House or Senate as a result of only die hard voters participating in the off year.
Social Darwinism is a term for the collective ideas or
policies that emerged during the 19th century. During 19th
century, European countries were expanding their empire. This lead to the
colonization of Asia and Africa. Racism has been rampant at that time.
With the French and Indian War over, many colonists saw no need for soldiers to be stationed in the colonies. Britain also needed money to pay for its war debts. The King and Parliament believed they had the right to tax the colonies. They protested, saying that these taxes violated their rights as British citizens.
