Political parties serve many functions. Identify the 3 main ones. (3 points)(3 points)

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Recruit candidates to run for local, state, and national offices
Recruit candidates to run for local, state, and national offices

Exercise their first amendment rights
Exercise their first amendment rights

Use political gridlock to win votes
Use political gridlock to win votes

Encourage their supporters to vote
Encourage their supporters to vote

Organize large numbers of people

Organize large numbers of people

Attempt to influence public policy and promote their values and beliefs

Raise funds and support for their candidates and causes