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Small, plucky, innovative and electorally insignificant Types of Minor Parties Small, plucky, innovative and electorally insignificant
Ideological Parties Strongly influenced by political beliefs. Believe that the major parties aren't ideological enough. Usually adopt fringe policies.
Economic Protest Parties Angry about the direction of the US economy. Want significant changes to the US economy. Most voters believe their changes are too extreme.
Single-Issue Parties Believe in one issue. Every speech, every ad, every everything revolves around one issue. Most American voters care about 3-5 issues.
Splinter Parties Form when members of a major party leave due to conflicting beliefs. Rarely win, usually cause their former party to lose elections.
Importance of Minor Parties Spoiler Pulls votes away from major parties Green Party 2000 Teddy Roosevelt – 1912 Innovator Take Risks Take clear stances on issues If successful, Major Parties adopt