Evolution of the US Democratic Party Structures and Reforms

The chapter delves into the history of the US Democratic Party from the New Deal era to the post-Reagan era, focusing on the party's organizational structures and reforms. It highlights the challenges faced by the party, such as internal contradictions and conflicts, reforms following the Civil Rights Movement, backlash against party nomination reforms, and evolution towards mainstream policies. The chapter also discusses the impact of key historical events and figures on shaping the trajectory of the Democratic Party.