Exploring the Dominance of Two-Party System in US Politics

US Political Parties In the US, we have two main political parties, Democratic and Republican Parties. There are some third party groups, but the media and most people focus on those main two. The question is why? Why is it that even though we have multiple parties that we only focus on those main two? Why do we have political parties at all even though they are not mentioned in the Constitution? There are consequences behind the two party system. There was even opposition to the idea of a two party system before it became a reality. Political parties are a group of people who get together to win an election. Every political party has a certain political ideology. The two party system has reigned for a very long time. “In fact, since 1852, a candidate from the Republican or Democratic parties has placed either first or second in

For one, the two party system limits choices for voters. Even though there are multiple parties voters can choose from, it is quite obvious that the third parties do not have a good chance at succeeding in the elections which may stop a voter from choosing a third party candidate. Another consequence to the two party system is that the parties promote division. It is clear that Republicans and Democrats have very differing opinions on the issues which shows the divide within the government which also can prevent progress because the parties are so busy arguing and debating on issues. The most recent election is a good example of the consequence of the two party system. “Who is the lesser of two evils? That’s the question Americans seem to be asking themselves this election, antagonized with the choice between major party candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton” (Lea). The reason voters were so stuck between choosing between the two instead of third party candidate is because they know that no third party candidate would stand a chance against the major party