1. AP Gov Review: Video #14: Political Parties’ Effects On The Political Process

2. How Do Political Parties Affect Politics?
Unites candidates and voters under similar ideologies
Provides information to voters about how a candidate might vote on issues
When voters cast ballots for a president, they can vote for other candidates based on the political party
“Presidential coattails” - not as applicable in recent elections
“Yellow dog” Democrats consistently voted Democratic during the days of the Solid South (Post-Reconstruction)
Political Parties sometimes split into a new party (Bull Moose), taking votes away from original party (Republicans)

3. See You Back Here For Video #15: Electoral Laws and Systems
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