Bibliograph

12 things to know about political parties, by Matthew McCabe

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12 things to know about political parties, by Matthew McCabe

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographic references (page 31) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

12 things to know about political parties

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

895714015

Responsibility statement

by Matthew McCabe

Series statement

Today's news

Summary

Describes twelve important points in the development and role of political parties in the United States, from the fact that the founders did not want there to be parties to the place of third parties, and explains why parties are so important

Table Of Contents

US Founders did not want political parties -- The English create political parties -- Early parties debate the role of government -- Political standoffs are nothing new -- Political parties become the people's voice -- Two parties have dominated US politics -- The Civil War created the modern parties -- Third parties also play a role -- Third parties have helped decide elections -- Parties represent Conservatives and Liberals -- The Electoral College was a compromise -- Political cooperation is possible

Target audience

juvenile

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Twelve things to know about political parties

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