When the Democratic and Republican parties face competition, the candidate usually focuses on a single issue that needs more emphasis than is being provided. This candidate would be considered a member of which party?

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The fact that the candidate is facing competition from more established parties (presumably the Democrats and Republicans) suggests that they are running as a third party candidate. Third party candidates often focus on a particular issue or set of issues in order to differentiate themselves from the two major parties and gain support from voters who are dissatisfied with the status quo.

When the Democratic and Republican Parties Face Competition, the Candidate