What is the purpose of political parties?
Political parties exist to present a united front on issues. As a defeated motion in Canadian politics means a call for a new election it is important that the government in power is able to have a constant succession of passed motion. The parties are suppose to contain people of like philosophies which provides a base for unity however this is true only superficially as politicians constantly cross the floor and form coalitions whenever it is to their best interests.
Believe it or not, political parties do serve a purpose besides triggering 95% of all arguments ever started since time began. Political parties help define potential voters’ beliefs and positions on important issues and use that strength in numbers to get candidates who share those views elected into office. Currently the United States has two major political parties, the progressive Democratic party and the conservative Republican party. There are also various “third party” political parties, but their political clout is generally considered marginal at best.
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