Chapter 24.2
Modern Party Politics: How the U.S. Two-Party System Works Today
Explore how American political parties build coalitions, raise funds, select candidates, and use digital media to compete in modern elections.
What You'll Learn
Partisan polarization has increased as parties sort ideologically since the 1970s.
Political realignment reshapes party coalitions during major economic or social crises.
Super PACs and digital fundraising transformed modern party campaign finance strategies.
Primary election systems determine how parties select their nominees for general elections.
What You'll Practice
1
Students identify key vocabulary terms related to modern U.S. party politics.
2
Learners analyze passages about realignment, polarization, and campaign finance reform.
3
Questions assess understanding of primary systems, coalitions, and third party influence.
Why This Matters
Understanding modern party politics equips students to critically analyze elections, government decisions, and the forces that shape American democracy.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Party Politics
Coalition Building
Campaign Finance
Primary Elections
Polarization
OH Curriculum Aligned
