Democratic Party emerged in early 1790s from Democratic-Republican Party. Andrew Jackson's 1828 victory solidified party's existence. First Party System (1792-1824) featured deferential-participant politics. Federalist Party dissolved in 1816 over Compensation Act
Founded in 1946 by Celal Bayar and Adnan Menderes as Turkey's third opposition party. Emerged after World War II to challenge CHP's one-party rule. Lost 1946 elections due to party's infancy and poor public relations
List excludes independents and states without voter registration data access. Parties categorized by state representation, ballot access, and national office. Some parties have multiple state representation and ballot access
Born in 1883 in Bursa to a Bulgarian immigrant family. Joined Committee of Union and Progress in 1907. Founded İzmir branch of CUP in 1911. Worked in various financial institutions including Deutsche Orientbank
Born in 1928 in Ceylon, Minnesota to Norwegian immigrant parents. Graduated from University of Minnesota in 1951, served in Korean War. Earned law degree from University of Minnesota in 1956
Democratic and Republican parties have dominated US politics since 1850s. Parties have evolved significantly over time, becoming left- and right-wing. Democratic Party supports social justice and mixed economy since 1912. Republican Party focuses on business interests and defense since 1854