470 | Nick Troiano: Are Party Primaries the Cause of America's Political Dysfunction?
The Realignment
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The Impact of Party Primaries on Political Representation
This chapter explores how the party primary system in the US affects the ability to address issues with clear majority support, using immigration reform as a case study. It delves into the evolution of the primary system in the US, highlighting its impacts on politicians' willingness to compromise, lack of competitiveness in elections, and the influence of money in politics.
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