In brief, there is disagreement among historical analysts as to the exact time period when the minority leadership emerged officially as a party position. Nonetheless, it seems safe to conclude that the position emerged during the latter part of the 19th century, a period of strong party organization and professional politicians. This era was "marked by strong partisan attachments, resilient patronage-based party organizations, and...high levels of party voting in Congress." Plainly, these were conditions conducive to the establishment of a more highly differentiated House leadership structure.
In brief , there is disagreement among historical analysts as to the exact time period when the minority leadership emerged officially as a party position . Nonetheless , it seems safe to conclude that the position emerged during the latter part of the 19th century , a period of strong party organization and professional politicians . This era was " marked by strong partisan attachments , resilient patronage - based party organizations , and ... high levels of party voting in Congress . " Plainly , these were conditions conducive to the establishment of a more highly differentiated House leadership structure .
What party characteristics emerged in the house in late 19th century?
What party characteristics emerged in the house in late 19th century ?
strong party organization and professional politicians
strong party organization and professional politicians