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Politicians primary concern is getting reelected. They switch parties when their chance of being reelected is greater if they change. Sometimes this is because the segment of the population who elect them has shifted toward the other party. Other times the party they are currently in has become more extreme and, being more moderate, they think they have a better chance by changing.
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Was George Washington was the leader of the Anti-Federalists.?
George Washington was not the leader of the Anti-Federalists. George Washington did not believe that the people and politicians should be divided into specific parties.
Who was the cause of the two party system?
Politicians had different views on many different subjects, so they formed specific political parties that shared their view.
What does the budget of the US government represent?
An agreement among various politicians about public spending.
Why do consumers have influence over politicians?
Politicians rely on the votes of consumers to keep them in office.
What explains the political differences among African American politicians during the Reconstruction?
African American politicians had varied economic pasts.
Did Andrew Johnson ever switch between parties?
no, but a lot of people believe he did. He really had to switch parties because in 1864 the political parties where switched so he had to.
What are the effects of having weaker parties?
Having weaker parties typically means that one party will have the majority rule. It is easier for politicians to avoid making tough decisions when there are weak parties and this creates gridlock.
Should Joe Lieberman switch political parties?
No
Will Chuck Hagel switch political parties?
Highly unlikely.
What are some obstacles that third parties face?
Third parties obstacles are when there is an established two party system in which politicians are elected from either the democratic or the republican party.voters barely are willing to vote for third parties because there are no chances of them winning anyway!
Was George Washington was the leader of the Anti-Federalists.?
George Washington was not the leader of the Anti-Federalists. George Washington did not believe that the people and politicians should be divided into specific parties.
Why did Winston Churchill switch parties?
He switched parties as he didnt get a promotion aswell as being annoyed and concerned with the ways of the conservative party.
Who works to reelect incumbents?
Political parties work to reelect incumbents. This includes the politicians as well as the average voter who wants his guy to win.
How do you switch political parties?
depends on locale for instance,New Haven,Ct Asst. Ward Voter Registrars are all Justice of the Peace in BOTH parties. a J.O.P. can switch party affiliation by filling out the switch affiliation form or you go to the New Haven Voter Registration office
What is one reason that political parties and politicians view Latinos as a critically important group?
The latino population in the United States is large and rapidly growing.
Who was the cause of the two party system?
Politicians had different views on many different subjects, so they formed specific political parties that shared their view.
How do you change from democrat to republican on voters registration card?
Need to know how to switch parties
