Question

write characteristics of us party system​

Answer 1

Answer:

Political Party Functions

1) Express and aggregate interests

2) Formulate policy alternatives

3) Foster public participation

4) Recruit and train leaders

5) Organize government

6) Serve as loyal opposition

Characteristics of the American Party System

1) Two-party division

2) Decentralized

3) Diffused leadership

4) Lack of ideological commitment

Parties v. Interest Groups

1) Parties are heterogeneous; interest groups are homogeneous

2) Parties run candidates; interest groups endorse candidates

3) Parties seek to control government; interest groups seek to influence government