0
Is the parliamentary system more stable during political stress than US government?
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
I have often wondered about this too. The American form of government is not for everyone. It has been and always will be based on trust in each and every political party adhering to The Constitution. A 200 some odd year old document that clearly defines each aspect of government. From how old a congressman must be, where the president can be born and of course our Bill of Rights. Since the rules are clearly written down, adhered to and impossible to overcome I must say stability is on the American side. After watching the last election in the UK and the "negotiations" between what I would consider complete political opposites, Lib Dems and the Torries, I once again believe in times of instability knowing who, what and when something is going to happen is reassuring. Our Constitution also clearly defines what happens when there is a tie between presidential contenders. It has happened. Once. So, as long as the rules are followed, laws aren't broken or even if laws are broken we have a document to go to for those answers too, like in the 2000 election. The UK system with 5 year plans, NHS and virtual representation seems too ambiguous to me. But that's just me. We have more than 2 months to figure out who has won an election. In the UK, you're out the next day. Doesn't appear to be a system that imparts confidence in what will happen and that someone is in charge.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Is a Parliamentary Democracy good for Britain?
Yes, it has proved to be a stable method of government for many hundreds of years now.
What do Australians get in return for their participation in government?
A stable political system and use of the services that are provided by the government.
Why is Italy the birthplace of the Renaissance?
Because Italy had a stable government and was prosperous during that time.
What is the political situation in turkey right now?
The political situation in Turkey right now is not very stable. As of March 2014, there were some demonstrations that were going on which makes it rather unsafe.
Is Vietnam's government stable?
YES. The Vietnamese government is very stable.
Why was Britain able to expand the empire during the industrial revolution?
it had a strong stable government.
Why was Britain able to expand its empire during the Industrial Revolution?
it had a strong stable government.
Why Britain able to expand its empire during the industrial revolution?
it had a strong stable government.
How do general elections in UK make strong and stable government?
Through the UK's parliamentary electoral system (First-past-the-post), the winning party nearly almost always rules a majority government (meaning they have at least 326 Member of Parliament), which will in turn make a strong and stable government; coalition governments lead to compromise for the parties involved, and are prone to failing for the whole five year term. The regularity with which the UK calls its elections also help to ensure the government is strong and stable - five years is generally regarded as the correct length of term, as it enables the public to change their government regularly but is long enough for changes to be made (parliamentary bills can take years to passed).
What identifies a country as being politically stable?
If the government operates effectively, a lot of the times political success is based on economic standings.
Does Ethiopia have a stable government or an unstable government?
Its a known fact that Ethiopia doesn't have a stable government.
What is a major obstacle in building stable democracies?
A major obstacle in building stable democracies is lack of trust in political institutions, which can result in low voter turnout, political apathy, and a loss of confidence in the government's ability to address citizens' needs. Additionally, corruption, political polarization, and weak institutional frameworks can also hinder the establishment of stable democracies.
