Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Democracy in America: Political Parties: Mobilizing Agents
This unit examines the significance of political parties in American politics, highlighting their functions, differences, and influence on the public for political decision making. Offers video, readings, web resources, and activities.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Political Parties
Brief overview of the political party system in the U.S. explaining the emergence and longevity of the Democratic and Republican Parties.
Other
Mexico Online: Mexican Political Parties
This site provides links to political parties in Mexico. The parties are: Democracia Social Party, EZLN, Zapitista movement information, PAN, Partido Accion Nacional, PAS, Partido Alianza Social, PRD, Partido de la Revolucion, mocratica,...
University of Texas at Austin
Texas Politics: Political Parties
A textbook covering the political culture and history of Texas. It examines the two major political parties and their fortunes over time, how parties get formed and rise to prominence, how to participate in politics, and the future of...
Other
Solovey: List of Major Ukrainian Political Parties
This site offers a chart which includes all of Ukraine's political parties. It is very helpful, including official websites for parties, summaries of party ideologies, and party chairmen.
Georgetown University
Pdba: Brazil: Political Parties of Brazil
Presents a list of all the political parties in Brazil, when it was founded and who its President is. By clicking on the name of the party you access more information, but it is not in English.
Other
Newsweek: Will South Africa's Political Parties Splinter?
With the many current problems facing South Africa, some question if the ruling African National Congress (ANC) will remain the country's strongest political force. Might internal party battles interfere with the government addressing...
Other
Partido Accion Nacional
Official site of this political party. The party has been an important challenger to the PRI in previous elections.
Geographic
Photius: Kazakhstan Government 2000
Information about the government of Kazakhstan which gives the administrative districts, branches of government, political parties, and other related topics.
Texas State Historical Association
Texas State Historical Association: Political Parties
Explains the evolution of political parties in Texas, from many parties in the nineteenth century, into the two parties that dominate Texas today.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Party Identification: u.s. Government: Ap
PowerPoint slide show created by Tom Richey on party identification in the U.S. electorate. Part of AP U.S. Government course presented with illustrations and humor.
Geographic
Mexico Government Index
This homepage provides links to a wide variety of information concerning Mexico's government, including constitutional history, the three branches of the government, the party system, the electoral process, and more.
The Economist
The Economist: Political Forces: Mexico
This article describes the competition among Mexico's three major political parties.
Lin and Don Donn
Lin and Don Donn: u.s. History Lessons: Elections, Parties, Campaigns
This site provides suggestions for lesson plans and unit plans to teach about the U.S. system of elections, political parties, and campaigns.
US Government Publishing Office
U.s. Government Publishing Office: Our American Government, 2000 Edition
A popular introductory guide for American citizens and those of other countries who seek a greater understanding of our heritage of democracy. The question-and-answer format covers a broad range of topics dealing with the legislative,...
Geographic
Bolivia Government
General/brief description of the governmental structure of Bolivia. Provides information about the different government bodies, the leaders, the political parties, and other general statistics related to the government of Bolivia.
Other
Geographic.org: Uzbekistan Government 2002
Geographic.org's guide to Uzbekistan. This particular page provides background info about the country's government including political parties, nt'l holidays, capitol and more. Easily links to Uzbekistan geography, economy, history,...
Other
Partido Revolucionario Institucional
Official site of the party that ruled Mexico over 70 years, until 2000.
Political Resources on the Net
Political Resources on the Net: Brazil
Provides a list of political sites available on the web with links to media, governments, political parties, and organizations for the country of Brazil. Very few links are in English.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Togo: Government
A graphic listing the governmental offices, officials, and information about the political parties. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Other
Sinn Fein
The official website for Sinn Fein, an Irish political party, provides its mission and current news of the Party.
Political Resources on the Net
Political Resources on the Net: Argentina (1:3 Parties)
This site provides information on Argentina's constitution, the political parties, and the government. Some of the information is in Spanish, but much is in English. Also, click on "governments" and "media" at the top of the page for...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: What Is Your Affiliation?
Political parties have platforms that describe their principles and issue stances in areas such as taxes, education and immigration. Answer the questions to see which party (Democratic, Republican, Green and Libertarian) is your best fit.