During the past election some have lamented the travesty of our two party system. They have advocated multiple parties to better represent all citizens of the nation. There are several instances of such political systems, but we can see a very illustrative version of what usually happens in Syria.
First we have the government faction, backing President al-Assad. Opposing them are a group that the media calls the “rebels.” They have been attempting to overthrow the present regime for years. Add to that the ISIS group that originated variously in Iran and Iraq. Reading the news is both interesting and confusing. Adding to the fun is the fact that Russia backs al-Assad and the United States backs the rebels.
So when battles are reported, ISIS is attacked by both of the opponents and when they are defeated, the “allies” then fight each other for control of the “liberated” territory. If we had a three or more party system, every Presidential election would be finished in the House of Representatives. And if that august body body is likewise fractured, we might never elect another President. Welcome to the Banana Republic of North America.
Two parties seem to work pretty well.
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