Isn't the Electoral system in the USA a false choice because both party's are the same?

Answer 1

Yes. I live in the US, but the parties disgust me. They can't accomplish anything because they're too worried about getting elected. The problem is that the parties are far too similar and differ only in minor respects. These respects are actually played up quite a bit to attract voters to their parties, but in actuality are not that different. As an example, the Republicans know that a gay marriage ban will never be an amendment to the Consitution but they play up that aspect to attract the religious conservatives to their voter base.

Answer 2

Anyone who thinks that both parties are the same knows very little about them.

Because of the compromise that is required to make any legislation move forward they may appear to be the same to an outside observer. However, the fundamental philosophies are vastly different.

It is also important to note that, our system is not limited to two parties. However, during this particular point in history the two dominant parties are so large that they, for the most part, make the other parties appear irrelevant. Fortunately, there are growing movements for alternative political parties. Thus far the most successful of these, particularly at the state and local levels, are the Libertarians.

Answer 3

The electoral college definitely makes it difficult for third parties to become established. And both of the two major parties tend to cater toward the middle in general elections. So, yes, it is hard to tell the difference, and to vote with much of a conscience.

Answer 4

Dear usainthalfcrap......URFULLOCRA...P!

It's a part of what we call here in the US as a check and balance.

The Electoral college is a very important part of the balance. Other wise the city dwellers would have control of the Rural areas. Whats Good for the Goose is not always good for the Gander!!!!

Answer 5

No, the parties are very similar (on some issues) but that is because there are certian things just about everbody in America believes in. If the parties were radically different, nobody would agree with either.

Answer 6

It is just a simple checks and ballances system that makes sure the people do not elect the rong (texas for wrong) person

Go big Red Go

Answer 7

NO!!! Both political parties are not the same.

Answer 8

So get out there and support a third party. From little acorns grow mighty oaks.

Answer 9

Both, parties are not the same, except for the fact that they both have politicians that cannot be trusted!

Answer 10

they're not the same. the parties go for different things.