Talk:American Government/Political Parties

The end section (starting at "Decisive Moments") is not only difficult to comprehend, it suggests bias (i.e., the arbitrary selection of "low points" in American politics). Should it be removed?

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"The U.S. Constitution makes no mention of political parties. This was a smart move; it would be anti-Constitutional to show any preference to any political party."

So...if the U.S. Constitution made mention of parties..it would be anti-constitutional... what kinda crack are you on?

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Ok, I've added this to the Political Science Bookshelf. Can we remove the notice now? Chadlupkes 02:57, 27 February 2006 (UTC)


 * To remove the notice, just edit the page and delete the cleanup-link tag found at the top of the page, like I have now done. --Kernigh 04:12, 27 February 2006 (UTC)

How about some mention of the real power behind politics in America, big money, and its effects on our system. That would be a good start. Then maybe touch on how the two party system is monopolistic and other ways in which real democracy is stifled in this country. This article reads like the bullshit propaganda I was fed in elementary school.


 * I have added some more material to the page, especially drawing out the item on the '48 election. I concur these pages must be written as neutral as possible. In terms of sources, I refer you to the Truman autobiography, especially volume 1. I would hesitate to refer to "parliament" without making a section that compares the US Senate and House with the UK House of Lords and Commons. Some comment asbout "checks and balances" may also be useful. Perhaps even a digression to why people feel the need to identify with any party at all. Also no discussion of "party less" people, the so called independent voters who are largely responsible for shifts in the political spectrum rather than third parties. Finally, is the "Taxed Enough Already Party" really the Federalist Party by any other name.Kerojack (discuss • contribs) 21:34, 10 December 2011 (UTC)