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Crash Course Government and Politics

Political Parties: Crash Course Government #40

Today, Craig talks about political parties and their role in American politics.

Aired 12/04/2015 | Rating NR

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Crash Course Government and Politics

Political Parties: Crash Course Government #40

Episode 40 | 9m 22s

Today, Craig talks about political parties and their role in American politics.

Today, Craig is going to talk about political parties and their role in American politics. When most people think about political parties they associate them with the common ideologies of the voters and representatives within that party, but the goal of a party is NOT to influence policies. The role of political parties is much simpler: to win control of the government.

Aired 12/04/2015 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

Crash Course Government and Politics

Political Parties: Crash Course Government #40

Episode 40 | 9m 22s

Today, Craig is going to talk about political parties and their role in American politics. When most people think about political parties they associate them with the common ideologies of the voters and representatives within that party, but the goal of a party is NOT to influence policies. The role of political parties is much simpler: to win control of the government.

Aired 12/04/2015 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

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