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Why is US politics "so mad"?

The New Statesman | UK politics and culture

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The Challenge of Third Parties in US Politics

This chapter examines the difficulties faced by third-party candidates in the US political system dominated by two major parties. It focuses on a specific case of a candidate navigating from the Democratic primary to an independent run, shedding light on the systemic issues that contribute to the chaotic nature of US politics compared to Britain.

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