Which of the following is correct regarding minor party movements in the United States?
A) Nationally, minor parties have consistently enjoyed great power and influence.
B) In certain states minor parties have gained a powerful position.
C) Third parties have consistently risen to become major parties in the United States, relegating former major parties to minor party status.
D) All of the above.
E) Minority parties usually win on the state level in most states.
B
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