Why do other democracies have more political parties than does the United States?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Describe how the winner-take-all system used in the United States discourages minor parties.
2. Describe how the Electoral College system and the rules for public financing of presidential campaigns discourage minor parties in the United States.

Political Science

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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What will be an ideal response?

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What will be an ideal response?

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