Under the Jacksonian era, the term "The Democracy" was in use by the party, but the name "Democratic Party" was eventually settled upon and became the official name in 1844. Members of the party are called "Democrats" or "Dems". The most common mascot symbol for the party has been the donkey, or jackass.
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Jan 11, 2015 · 1. "The Party of the People": This nickname emphasizes the Democratic Party's historical association with championing the rights and interests ...
Jan 9, 2017 · The Republican Party is often referred to as the GOP (Grand Old Party), but there is no such moniker for the Democrats. Why not?