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The Dynamics of Political Parties in the USA

Explore the vital elements of US political parties like National Convention, Committee, Chairperson, and Campaign Committees. Learn about the decentralized organization, potential causes for party decline, and the impact of federalism on political power. Uncover the challenges faced by parties, such as the rise of independents, split-ticket voting, technological advancements, and single-issue candidates.

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The Dynamics of Political Parties in the USA

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  1. Party Organization

  2. The Four Main Elements • 1. National Convention • Nominates the candidate • Presents the platform

  3. 2. National Committee • Handles the business of the party between Conventions(held only in year of presidential election)

  4. 3. National Chairperson • Leader of the national committee • Chosen after a convention by the candidate nominated, ratified by the national committee

  5. 4. Congressional Campaign Committees • Both parties have one in congress • Job is to reelect incumbents • Win back seats of representatives that are retiring

  6. Decentralized Organization • Party not in power lacks a strong leader • Federalism causes division of power in politics • Nominating process encourages competition and divisiveness

  7. Possible causes for eventual fall of parties • Growing number of independents • Split-Ticket Voting • Changes in technology and advertising • Growth of single-issue candidates

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