Evaluate the role of political parties in today’s national scene. were washington’s concerns valid for the future of the nation

Washington's concerns about political parties appear prophetic in today's climate. Political parties were initially thought to provide options for people. Today while they do offer choices, they appear to divide us more than bring us together. Compromising is seen as a weakness. Instead of coming together to find the best course for most people, they fight and bicker until a temporary deal is made that tends to benefit only a few. Washington feared the dividing of the nation by political parties. He saw this divide rip apart his own cabinet (Jefferson versus Hamilton) until Jefferson quit.