Understanding Political Party Systems

The video discusses the dynamics of multi-party systems, highlighting how smaller parties can wield significant influence by acting as tiebreakers between major parties. The speaker expresses a preference for a two-party system in the United States, arguing that it should be broad enough to represent the majority of the population.

What role do small extreme parties often play in countries with multiple political parties?

• They usually have no influence.

• They often act as tiebreakers between major parties.

• They always form the government.

• They are typically ignored by the public.

Why does the speaker oppose a multi-party system in America?

• Because it complicates the voting process.

• Because public intent should be broad enough to include a majority.

• Because it leads to more political debates.

• Because it doesn't align with the speaker's personal beliefs.