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August 25, 2025Local Government StudiesOpen Access

From single-issue to sustained Influence: factors driving the endurance of local political parties

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Single-issue parties face unique survival challenges, highlighting the need for policy diversification and broader issue engagement.
Parties with governmental experience show higher survival rates, defying existing theories about the 'cost of ruling.'
The analysis is based on original data and election statistics, focusing on local parties created solely for elections.
Findings contribute to understanding local political dynamics and offer strategies for emerging parties to enhance their longevity.

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Analysis reveals that policy diversification aids survival of local parties, suggesting new strategies for emerging political organizations.

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Analysis reveals that policy diversification aids survival of local parties, suggesting new strategies for emerging political organizations.