Republicans all believe the exact same thing word for word, making them far more cohesive, and brainwashed, then the democrats who have their own individual opinions and beliefs
Republicans all believe the exact same thing word for word, making them far more cohesive, and brainwashed, then the democrats who have their own individual opinions and beliefs
Currently the Democratic party is perceived as more cohesive,since they control the Presidency, the House, and the Senate
Republicans all believe the exact same thing word for word, making them far more cohesive, and brainwashed, then the democrats who have their own individual opinions and beliefs
A third party is generally more likely to be an opposition party, as they often emerge to challenge the dominant two-party system and present alternative viewpoints or policies. In many political systems, third parties struggle to gain power due to electoral structures that favor larger parties. However, in some cases, third parties can gain significant influence, potentially forming coalitions or impacting legislation, but they are less likely to hold power outright compared to established parties.
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The CHP is the next most-voted-for party after the Green Party. Between 2004 and 2008 it declined in popularity. However, recent disatisfaction in the Conservative Party (the only currently "big" conservative party in federal politics) is bringing more and more people over to the CHP. Many people like the CHP for various reasons: their opposition to same-sex marriage, their opposition to communism, their opposition to corporate rule, their opposition to parties bribing voters with their own childrens' money...
The Whig Party emerged in opposition to President Andrew Jackson in the 1830s. The party was critical of what they perceived as Jackson's authoritarian style of leadership and his expansion of presidential power, advocating instead for a more balanced government that limited executive authority. Whigs promoted a vision of Congress as a co-equal branch of government, emphasizing the need for legislative oversight over executive actions.
The Conservatives, the party in power, is waging a war on drugs and building more prisons. The NDP, the opposition, would legalise marijuana but not other drugs The Liberals say they would decriminalise marijuana but they have often made such promises in the past only to ignore them once in power.
At the moment (October, 2014) the UK has a Conservative (Tory) Government in power, helped by a coalition alliance with the Liberal Party (the Tories failed to win an outright majority vote at the last election), and a Labour Party in opposition. More importantly, who ever is in power, they were democratically elected by the people of the UK!
As of October 2023, the names of the provincial opposition parties and their leaders can vary by province in Canada. For instance, in Ontario, the main opposition party is the Ontario New Democratic Party (NDP) led by Marit Stiles. In British Columbia, the opposition is the BC NDP, led by Sonia Furstenau. Please specify a particular province for more detailed information about its opposition parties and leaders.
The opposition party can contribute to good governance by acting as a constructive critic of the ruling party, holding it accountable for its policies and actions. By proposing alternative solutions and policies, the opposition can stimulate public debate and encourage a more informed electorate. Additionally, the opposition can engage in collaboration on bipartisan issues, fostering a sense of unity and shared responsibility for national challenges. Lastly, by ensuring transparency and advocating for citizens' rights, the opposition can enhance democratic processes and promote effective governance.
The Official Opposition serve to keep the ruling party in check. They make sure that any act unconstitutional or unjust does not go unprotested. They serve to deter the ruling party from becoming more powerful than their position allows. Without an opposing party, we get dictatorships and totalitarian control.