According to a new Gallup poll 60% Americans believe we need a third political party.

It’s the largest majority of Americans to have expressed an interest in a third party in a decade with 52% of self-identified Republicans and 49% of self-identified Democrats supporting the idea.

The desire for change isn’t really all that surprising given the recent government shutdown and the inability for Republicans and Democrats to coexist.

But, like wanting a Ferrari, just because you want a third party doesn’t mean you will get one. The Democrats and the Republicans have dominated the system for over 150 years now. You can bet they will fight tooth and nail to retain the status quo. Plus…Others have tried the third party route…and failed (Hello Ralph Nader). 

 Are you one of the 60%? If a third party was to arise, what do you think it should it stand for?