Compare and contrast the two major political parties in the United States and one minor third party in the United States. Choose three characteristics to compare.

Compare and contrast the two major political parties in the United States and one minor third party in the United States. Choose three characteristics to compare. Why do third parties have such a hard time succeeding in the American Government system?

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Compare the first three Articles of the US Constitution. Which Article outlines the powers for the Executive, Legislative and Judiciary branches of government? What powers are enumerated? What is the difference between an implied and an enumerated power? Why has the US Constitution lasted so long?

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