The Progressive Liberal Party was formed in 1953 to represent the disenfranchised black majority and this led to the formation of the United Bahamian Party by the Bay Street Boys. In 1964, the British gave the Bahamas internal self-governance and the white UBP leader Roland Symonette became the country's first premier.
When did the 2 party system began?
Emerging political parties transformed American politics between 1824 and 1840, engaging the general public in politics and organizing two rival parties dedicated to a different vision of the Constitution and government.
What are the three major political parties in the Bahamas?
The Federalists, led by Secretary of Treasury Alexander Hamilton, wanted a strong central government, while the Anti-Federalists, led by Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson, advocated states' rights instead of centralized power.
What were the original 2 political parties?
Beginning in the 1820s, Democratic Republicans in Congress divided over questions about the powers of the federal government, which set the stage for two new political parties.