Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
two-party-system
noun
/tuː ˈpɑːrti ˈsɪstəm/
Definition
A political system where two major political parties dominate the governance and political landscape.
Examples
- The United States operates under a two-party system, with the Democratic and Republican parties being the primary competitors.
- Many argue that a two-party system limits voter choice and stifles political diversity.
- The two-party system can lead to strategic voting, where supporters of smaller parties vote for one of the major parties to avoid their least favored candidate winning.
Meaning
In a two-party system, the electorate primarily votes for one of the two dominant parties, which leads to a reduction in the viability of smaller parties.
Synonyms
- Dual-party system
- Binary political system
- Two-party model
