Would anyone support a third national party?

Question

Not the Green Party or Libertarians!

And what would issues would make this party viable to you?

And what issues would make this party viable to you?

Answer 1

As a new U. S. citizen I am confused about the political climate in America. There are several "parties" available to
support, yet only two are clearly defined or viable. Americans must begin to think beyond their own needs and think in terms of national security. There are too many illegal/un-accounted for in this country, but neither major party will step
forward and address this. The political leaders must protect
U.S. citizens first and not think in terms of public opinion. I
believe a third party would be taken seriously if it took a strong stance on the illegal issue without fear of being labeled as "racist".

Answer 2

It's about money and third party candidates need lots of it. I would say just to get started, the party would need to be able to raise $500 million a year and I think maybe the largest ones can only raise maybe $20 million a year. Without money, nobody is going to take the party seriously and they won't be able to get theri message out.

Another problem is polls. Republicans and Democrats are actually fairly close on most issues. That's why there is so much cross over in the votes. To stay popular, the third party would have to vote with the polls too and then it would end up blending with the other two parties.

Answer 3

Don't be surprised if the Unity08 ticket does well in '08. Maybe if they do very well, they should become a national party. I'm greatfully surprised to see a democratic revolution happening. For a while, I was really concerned and sad about not seeing any motivation. But I want to thank my generation for putting America first and fighting for our freedoms. We have a long road but I know how many other Americans feel about our politics. I want a change too. We all want a change! Long live the freedom fighters! I think we are finally seeing a light at the end of this long tunnel. We must be persistent in our goal to give Americans what we want. I think the smells of a revolution are finally popping up. I would support any viable third party of course. Thanks!

Answer 4

Actually if you really think about it, the parties operating currently don't actually have that much of an influence on any government changes. For instance, say the executive branch (president) changes from the Republican party to the Democratic party. Our day to day lives really aren't going to change, because all presidents have the same responsibilities. Not to mention, any change proposed by the President must be approved by Congress. No one person supports every single thing that a party stands for. Everyone has varying opinions. So in essence, while a third party could probably be successfully established, it would also probably have little effect on our government.

Answer 5

The Libertarian Party usually gets about 500,000 votes for President each election cycle. That's only about 1/2% of the vote.

But if the Libertarian Party reformed itself to become less dogmatic, it could get a much larger slice of the electoral pie. Check out www.ReformTheLP.org for more information on how the LP could gain a lot more support without throwing the baby out with the bath water.

Answer 6

A credible third party must be establish to challenge the dominance of the Republicans and Democrats so that Americans will have an alternative choice.

Answer 7

DEFINITELY. Last election I felt so limited by having only the Republicans and the Democrats to choose from. Although there are other candidates the chance of them getting elected is next to none, so it's like a wasted vote. During the elections of 2004 I kept wishing that there was at least one other national party, with a chance of winning. Don't get me wrong, I have more republican ideals, its more that I feel limited by having only those two candidates. And it certainly would be nice to find a candidate that mixed the best of the republican and democrat ideologies together.

Answer 8

We have a third, fourth, fifth and so on national parties. The addition of one more would bring the list up to something like 24 or 25 if my memory serves me correctly. Pick the one you like and support it, or form a new one.

Your lack of knowledge and understanding of the electoral process is one of the reason I would support a test for perspective voters. All some people know about democracy is that they can vote themselves another freebie. It is frightening to me...

Answer 9

I am Libertarian, (I vote by picking the best candidate and not what party he or she belongs too). Anyone he votes straight down party lines is an idiot. That is how Bush ended up in office. An embarrassment to a great country.

Answer 10

I would support the National-Union Party at http://www.voteprimous.com
because their candidates have a plan for Ameica, understand the laws, and about resolutions.