Third Parties

question 22

Multiple Choice

Third parties

• A) are minor parties.
• B) can act as critics of the major parties.
• C) can be spoilers in an election.
• D) often start because of an idea or person.
• E) All of the above are true.

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Definitions:

Public Faith

The trust and confidence that the public places in its government and institutions, essential for the stability and effectiveness of a democratic society.

Blue-Collar

Pertaining to workers who engage in manual labor, often in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and maintenance.

Ethnic Voters

Refers to voters grouped by their ethnic background, often considered by political analysts and parties for their potential influence on electoral outcomes.

Republican Party

One of the two major political parties in the United States, known for its conservative stances on economic and social policies.