Political Party Systems in the United States

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Fourth Party System

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A period in American political history from the 1890s to the 1930s, characterized by the dominance of the Republican Party and issues such as industrial regulation and labor rights.

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Fifth Party System

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A period in American political history beginning in the 1930s, marked by the New Deal coalition and the dominance of the Democratic Party.

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Sixth Party System

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A period in American political history from the late 20th century to the present, characterized by political realignment and increased polarization.

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Partisan Politics

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Political actions or decisions that benefit a particular party.

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Bipartisan Politics

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Political cooperation between two major political parties.

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Establishment of the U.S. Two-Party System

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The dominant political structure in the United States, primarily involving the Democratic and Republican parties.

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Political parties

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Organized groups of individuals with shared political beliefs and goals who seek to influence government policies and gain political power.

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Fed. Paper #10

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One of the essays written by James Madison during the ratification period of the U.S. Constitution, specifically addressing the dangers of factions and advocating for a strong union to prevent excessive division.

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The third party system

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The political landscape in the United States from the 1850s to the 1890s, defined by the emergence of the Republican Party and the diminishing influence of the Whigs.

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The first party system

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The political landscape in the United States from the 1790s to the 1820s, characterized by the competition between the Federalist Party and the Democratic-Republican Party.