Whatever the analysis, the barriers combine to prevent a breakdown of the American two-party system. ... Rosenstone et al. divide the difficulties facing third parties into three categories: first, "barriers,"" such as constitutional and legal boundaries, second, "handicaps,"" such as few resources, and third, "major party strategies."" My research and analysis of the literature will follow Rosenstone et al's approach with a review of the structural barriers, including the presidential electoral system, ballot access laws, and anti-fusion laws. ...

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