The vibe I get from people is that they're fed up with the GOP at the national level-- but they don't like the Democrats, much, either. This is all theoretical, of course, but I have a feeling that we may see another stab at a viable third party in 2008. So that begs the question:
So far, American third parties have been fringe parties. A studiously moderate third party would be very interesting, indeed, especially as the two major parties of the moment retreat from the center.
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It might work if the Dems nominated someone to Hillary's left and the Republicans responded by not nominating Giuliani, McCain or Romney.....then the center would be wide enough and the major party candidates weak enough for a critical mass to develop.
If you're asking if there may be a viable third party candidate in 2008 the answer is yes.
If you're suggesting a third party to emerge from that candidacy or the candidate to win the answer is not a chance.
Hmm. Right now is the wrong time to ask this question. I'll ask it again in October of 2007. We'll see where we are then.
I suppose their chance would improve if the Democrat was "pro-defeat"
As long as the Republicans remain a 'stay on course to lose' party, they will continue to diminish on the national stage.
From Phil Maymin's website:
http://www.lpwa.org/includes/resources/LeftvsRight.pdf
Why not?
There will be a third party if Democrats lose in November.
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