Resolved Question Should the USA become more than a 2 party system? (major party)? Heard Democrats such as Bill Mahr complain that both the Democrats and Republicans are too far right wing now. Also stated it doesn't represent the true values of the people anymore and has shifted from the centre. However, each elected representative does represent people from an area of the USA so if they are voted in by a majority their view must be what the people want? Unless you need more than a 2 party system? I think a lot of Democrats don't like Obama anymore but instead of going to the Republicans are wanting other options that don't exist? But then why wouldn't there be another major party if thats what the people really wanted? Additional Details Geez, get a grip some of you guys. I watch bits and pieces of Bill Mahr on Youtube sometimes, just like I do with Fox News. I don't agree with what he says. Expand your minds. Always quick with the labeling hey :) it's all good, adds entertainment. Best Answer - Chosen by Voters It is very difficult for an upstart political party to make significant gains in our winner-take-all system. It cannot gain any power unless it actually wins individual races, unlike a parliamentary system of proportional representation. 30% of the national vote gets you nothing if you don't actually win any seats. There isn't another major party because our current voting system favors two parties. I'll