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What are the functions of political parties today?
It depends upon the country. For example, in Burma, which is ruled by a military dictatorship, political parties have NO power, but decrease some anxiety in the population, by pretending that there is democracy there. Similarly for countrie ruled by absolute monarchies. is America a real democracy, when 26% of people can decide the government, as 50% of the people don't bother to vote? Political parties should not be confused with power entities. Often the functions of political parties are merely symbolic in today's world.
What issues did the people at the political parties disagree in?
One issue political parties included the Know-Nothing and the Free-Soil parties.
Which conclusion can be drawn about the impact of the Populist and the Progressive parties on the US?
Some third-party goals eventually become planks in the platforms of the major parties
What disadvanteges do presidential primaries pose for the parties?
Some disadvantages the presidential primaries posed on the parties were: it took power away from the parties, the candidates must campaign harder to win supporters votes, and win spotlight in media.
How did the rise of political parties affect the electoral college?
Political parties began to effect the outcome of some of the Electoral College results. There were ties due to political loyalties.
