Civics -- Week 2, Part E

The first political parties in the United States arose out of the different views held on the role of government shortly after the nation gained its independence. Since that time, several parties have emerged and declined.... The first political parties in the United States arose out of the different views held on the role of government shortly after the nation gained its independence. Since that time, several parties have emerged and declined. Today, the United States is primarily a two-party system. However, third parties frequently arise, and although they rarely win major elections, these third parties play an important role in American politics. VIDEO OBJECTIVES - Summarize the history of political parties in the United States - Describe the role of third parties in our democracy - Compare the organization and basic beliefs of the two major parties - Explore how people choose which political party to support - Explain how party strength has changed
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