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American Government Chapter 5 Section 1
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Political Parties Groups Of Like Minded Individuals Groups Trying To Influence Public Policy Major Parties Are Election Oriented
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Coalitions Unions Of Diversely Minded People Groups Trying To Influence Public Policy Coalitions Are Issue Oriented
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Party Functions Nominating Informer-Stimulator “Seal Of Approval” Governmental Watchdog
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Nominating Function Serves To Supply Candidates For Public Office Almost Exclusively A Party Function Clearly Sets Parties Apart From Other Political Groups
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Informer-Stimulator Function Serves To Inform The Public Regarding Various Issues Serves To Stimulate Public Discussion On Important Party Functions Acts As An Attractant For New Members
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“Seal Of Approval” Function Ensures Quality Of Candidates Running For Office Failure To Meet Social Standards Can Affect Party And Candidate
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Governmental Function Congress Organized Along Party Lines Majority Party Dictates Path For Policy Parties Provide Channels For Most Efficient Governing
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Watchdog Function Minority Party Keeps Record Of Majority Party’s Mistakes Provides Campaigning Issues For Next Election
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