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Yuval Levin on the Coming Realignment

The Good Fight

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History of Strong vs Weak Political Parties

The historical context of the Cold War era shows how both Democrats and Republicans had unique strengths. Democrats dominated Congress for 40 years while Republicans were winning most presidential elections. This strong bipartisan situation led to peculiar election outcomes. Currently, the two major parties are considered weak, focusing more on criticizing the opponent rather than presenting clear policies or vision for the country. This contrasts with the past when both parties had distinct strong points, resulting in competitive yet effective governance.

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