Partisan conflict had reached a new high. One party, whose supporters were predominantly medium-sized landowners, espoused decentralized government, tax and spending cuts, traditional values, and reduced commitments abroad. The other party, led by the national elites, believed in a robust central government and a strong international presence.
Is this:
- The UK in 1710?
- The USA in 1800?
- The USA in 2016?
You decide.