
What is the role of parties?
Politics in Question
Fragmentation and Reform in American Politics
This chapter examines the evolution of the American party system, focusing on the Republican Party's fragmentation and the rise of single-issue coalitions since the 1950s. It also analyzes the impact of the McGovern-Fraser reforms on the Democratic Party, exploring historical shifts and the unintended consequences of these changes. Additionally, the chapter highlights Jesse Jackson's presidential campaigns in the 1980s and his efforts to prioritize the interests of Black America within a transformed party landscape.
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