political parties

Draws from an analysis of voting patterns, as well as the letters, writing, speeches, and campaigns of politicians in the lower houses of the various state assemblies between 1776 and 1878 to show that legislators formed into consistent blocs that displayed continuity and cohesion long before organizing into national political parties.

Discusses the effects of conflict between political parties in the North during the Civil War, and presents evidence to support the author's argument that the two-party rivalry actually undermined the Union war effort.

Examines the structure and process of the U.S.'s electoral system, discussing the Democratic and Republican Parties and the system's strengths and flaws.

An examination of the political party system in the United States that discusses its form and function, the electoral process, campaigning and campaign finance, policy making, problems facing political parties in the early twenty-first century, and other related topics.

Discusses the history of the election process in the United States, the modern role and influence of the media and big money, the value of political parties, and alternatives to the present process.

Presents over a century of historical context for the growth of partisanship in U.S. politics, and argues that contemporary American party politics is at an impasse, discussing such reasons as changes in congressional rules, the actions of special interest groups, and shifts in the media.

Provides a history of political parties in the United States, along with insights about their inner workings and the role they play in the political process.

Examines the decline of American political parties from 1952 through the 1996 election, and argues that voters believe the two party system is no longer crucial to the governmental process.

A general resource book about the fundamentals, players, and history of the 2000 Presidential election. Includes views on the election process as well as notable elections outside the United States.

Argues that young African-Americans can no longer be assumed to be democrats, providing survey results and interviews with politicians and citizens which support the author's contention.