political parties
What is a Political Party?
A group of persons who seek to control government through the winning of elections and holding public office.
What is a two party system?
A two-party system is a form of government in which two major political parties consistently dominate the political landscape, regularly winning nearly all elections, sharing power, and marginalizing smaller third parties.
What is a multiparty system?
A system in which several major and many lesser parties exist, seriously compete for, and win public offices.
What is the party in government?
Elected officials who belong to a political party.
What is a two-party system?
A system where two major parties dominate national elections.
What is the process of selecting candidates for public office called?
Nominating candidates
What is Historical in a two party system?
Debate over the Constitution itself created the first two.
strengths of a multiparty system?
Can produce a broader, more diverse representation of the electorate because more views are involved in the making of public policies.
What is the party in the electorate?
Citizens who identify with and support a political party.
What is a multiparty system?
A system where several parties compete for power and often form coalitions.
What are the 5 functions of Political Parties?
1. nominating candidates
2. informing and activating supporters
3. the bonding agent function
4. governing
5. acting as watchdog
What is tradition in a two party system?
System exists because it has always existed.
weaknesses of a multiparty system?
Can lead to instability within the government if no one party has a majority of the seats, and a coalition cannot be formed.
What is the party organization?
The formal structure of a political party, including leadership and staff.
What is an ideological party?
A party based on a particular set of beliefs or ideology.
What do parties do?
Modify and encourage compromise between different views and interests.
What is the electoral system in a two party system?
Single member districts & election laws
What is a Coalition?
A temporary alliance of several groups which come together to form a working majority and so to control government.
What is political socialization?
The process by which individuals learn political beliefs and values.
What is a single-issue party?
party focused on one public policy issue.
what are the 3 parts of the Political Party and what do they do?
Organization-All those individuals who give their time and skills to the party.
Government-Party’s candidates and office holders.
Electoral-The millions of people who call themselves Democrats, Republicans, or any other party.
What is American Ideology in a two party system?
A general agreement among various groups on fundamental matters.
What is 2 factors preventing this system in the United States?
- The fear of wasting a vote on a candidate who won’t win.
- Both major parties are relatively moderate and try to offend the least amount of people.
What is the role of parties in organizing governing activity?
They set agendas, line up votes, and organize teams in Congress.
What is a splinter party?
A party that breaks away from a major party, often around a strong leader.