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von Antonia Barrera Vor 8 Jahren

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Why A Two-Party System

The persistence of a two-party system in the United States can be attributed to deep-rooted traditions, the structure of the electoral system, and historical precedents. Tradition plays a significant role as people generally resist supporting third parties, favoring established norms.

Why A Two-Party System

Why A Two-Party System

Electoral System

Republicans and Democrats act in a way bipartisan way in writing election law
Bipartisan: the two major parties find common ground and work together

American Ideological Consensus

The United States is a pluralistic society
Pluralistic Society: a society consisting of several distinct cultures and groups.

Tradition

People resist supporting a third party
Tradition runs deeply in human culture

Historical Basis

Started with two story system
Constitution led to two parties: Federalists and Antifederalists