Party Polarization and Democracy
Party polarization in the American people and increasing partisanship in Congress is making it more and more difficult for people to elect leaders that accurately reflect their beliefs. The relationship between partisanship in Congress and polarization in the American public is looked at, as well as a possible way to correct this worrying trend.
6 comments
William WAUGH • about 13 years ago
You misspelled "buypartisan".
Rohit Asirvatham • about 13 years ago
Sorry, but where exactly?
William WAUGH • about 13 years ago
At every occurrence of "bipartisan". My point is the the Democrats and Republicans (their names) are bought, especially when they cooperate.
William WAUGH • about 13 years ago
Sorry for the snide tone.
Roberta Sanders • about 13 years ago
The best way to end partisanship is to simply expand our foolish 'single option' method of voting (where you can only select your one favorite candidate)--into Approval Voting. Here's the sociological proof: http://lookingatdemocracy.org/submissions/15027
Harlan Johnson • about 13 years ago
I entered the competition. Check out my video. I hope to win. Your proposal is interesting. Actually, it draws on principles that I based my entry on - from a different perspective. My video suggests an approach that would empower people who are not tied to one party or the other because it would help people really get to know the full spectrum of what a candidate stands for. Watch:
Elections Clarified
https://vimeo.com/64616892
[Youtiube]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQZSII6C3-A
I hope to hear from you. Maybe we can work together in some way. Let's connect.