Part of the “Longman Classics in Political Science” series, this book has been updated to include an examination of the parties¿ stances on current issues, research on party activists, coverage of the 2002 and 2004 elections, and much more. Party Politics in America analyzes three primary components of parties¿party organization, party in the electorate, party in government¿and the interaction of these components, especially during election campaigns. Originally written by Frank Sorauf and now authored by Majorie Hershey and Paul Beck, the book brings the fascinating story of how parties have helped to shape our political system to life.