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    Why Political Parties Matter

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    Exploring the essential role political parties play in democracies worldwide, from bridging citizens and government to shaping policy. Are they necessary, and what makes for a healthy party system?

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    Political parties serve as the bridge between citizens and government. Without them, our representative democracy would be chaotic.

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