Historical Dictionary of United States Political Parties
Harold F. Bass Jr.
Lanham, Toronto, Plymouth, UK
Scarecrow Press
2009
439 p.
Historical Dictionaries of U.S. History and Politics, No. 14
E. Book: 25050
The constitution that establishes the institutional framework for American national government makes no mention of political parties. Yet for over two centuries, political parties have competed in encouraging, organizing, and directing political activity in the United States. This volume compiles entries of concepts, terms, labels, and individuals central to identifying and comprehending these key roles political parties have played in American political life.
Includes bibliographical references.
Political parties--United States--History--Dictionaries.