Question

What is the purpose of a political party?

Answer 1

The purpose of a political party is to be an organization of people the share the same values, goals, and beliefs for the betterment of a society. (Today, there are many different political parties: Republican, Democrat, the Green Party, Independents, etc.)

Answer 2

Political parties serve several key purposes, including selecting and running candidates for political office, controlling power gained by other parties, and informing citizens on key issues.