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What political party holds the majority of votes?
Most Americans are Democrats, followed by Republicans, Independents and other political parties.
Why is it so important to political parties to have a majority in American representative systems?
It's important for political parties to have a majority in both the legislative houses, because America parties have become extremely partisan. Members of Congress are more likely to vote along with their party's political views rather than whether or not a bill is actually good for the country. They also tend to vote the opposite of the rival party, except in very rare cases. As a result, a majority in both houses, can lead to all that party's political bills being passed.
What political party has majority in both houses of Congress from 1992 to 1999?
Republicans.
What political party has majority in senate representing Virginia?
In the 111th Congress both are Democratic Senators.
What is the political party in congress with the most members?
The Democratic party, which accounts for about 34-36% of American political party affiliation.
What acts or laws were passed by the republican party to ensure women rights?
The individual political parties (Democrat OR Republican) do not pass laws. Laws are passed by the entire Congress made up of members of both political parties.
How does the idea of the median voter influence political parties?
It forces both parties to keep an open mind to others views and forces a more balanced america and control majority tranny.
Congress had a majority from 1994 until 2006?
From 1994 until 2006, the Republican Party held a majority in both Houses of Congress. In 2006, that changed when the Democrats took the majority in both Houses.
Interest groups are like political parties because both are for what purpose?
A political
How did the political parties react to the compromise of 1850?
Both parties were satisfied with the Compromise of 1850.
How can a presidential veto can be overridden?
a two thirds majority vote in both chambers of congress
In 1999 which party had majority in each house in Congress?
Republican in both houses. Trent Lott was majority leader in Congress and Republicans had 55-45 majority in Senate.
