Democratic, Republican and third parties in America: an encyclopedia

Abstract

This book covers the history of major political parties in America, past and present; the organization, operation, and cultures of the two major parties and the party system; major party views on specific issues and legislative policies; notable 3rd parties and alternative political movements from the 18th to the 21st centuries; major party conventions and platforms; national election summaries; state party portraits and statistics; and political leaders.