Give an overview of the key phases of political party development in the United States. How did the Framers envision electoral participation in government?
How has this been realized? Be certain to demonstrate where realignments have occurred and the reasons why. Evaluate in detail what dealignment entails and assess whether it has occurred.
An ideal response will:
1. Provide an outline of the various phases of political party development.
2. Explain how the Framers warned of the dangers that parties presented and how parties soon developed despite this warning.
3. Describe one or two coalition changes in U.S. history and the events that precipitated each.
4. Evaluate if the United States, because of the rising number of self-described Independents, is in a period of dealignment.
5. Provide a concise and effective conclusion.
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