Political Parties Are Distinct, Yet Often Take Positions That Are

question 50

Essay

Political parties are distinct, yet often take positions that are similar to the other political party. What is more, there are some members of each political party that are likely to support the other side. Based on the evidence provided in the text book, are political parties more distinct than similar? Why? What does this mean for centrists in American politics?

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