| Summary: | In this session taped from a conference sponsored by the Heritage Foundation, members of a panel of experts give talks on trends in American politics. Michael Barone discusses how, after decades of decline, the two major political parties are growing in strength. David Broder examines how soft money has weakened the image of the parties in the eyes of many Americans. Morris Fiorina explores the increasing skepticism of the American public toward their government, and contrasts it with theories on how they ought to think. David Mason makes observations on the impact of the controversial election process on the political system. Finally, the panelists respond to questions from the audience.
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