| I got really caught up in the alternative parties, until I realize they were operating on an ineffective model. The third parties seem to see themselves a loudmouths who are somehow going to berate or cajole the Dems and Rs into adopting the third party's agenda. The purpose for operating a political party is to get cannidates elected, it doesn't make sense to expect your opponents to help you beat them. I doubt we will see any of the now existing alternatives stop acting like lobbying organizations are start aiming to win elections. :( |