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political parties

The Parties Reimagined

How a few shifts in the parties’ coalitions could save our democracy from authoritarianism and violence.

By Rachel Kleinfeld Brendan Hartnett

Party People

Many recoil at the thought of stronger political parties. But revitalized parties could be exactly what our ailing democracy needs.

By John Sides

The Vital Center: Learning from the Extremes

By Lauren Harper Pope Liam Kerr

Giving Minor Parties a Chance

By Seth Masket

Finally, Moderate Republicans Will Have a Say

By Daniel Stid