Challengers to Duopoly

Though he has never been a member of a third political party, Gillespie (political science, College of Charleston/the Citadel) argues that such parties matter as challenges to the "duopoly" of Democrats and Republicans, who have adopted some of their forward-thinking positions. He traces the history of such parties from the 19th century to the Constitution, Green, Libertarian parties, and profiles their not-always spoiler candidates. The book includes images of third-party candidates, suggestions for further reading, and information on minor-party and independent candidates in American elections and Congress. Annotation c2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)