Politics & Government
Legislative Gridlock Under Divided Government and Party Discipline
Quick fact
Empirical studies show that from 1969 to 2010, roughly 80% of significant legislation was enacted during unified government, while only one-quarter to one-third passed under divided government.
Why this is interesting
Ever wonder why new laws seem to stall in Congress? Why does the government sometimes fail to act even when problems are urgent? The answer lies in the interplay of party control and party discipline.