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Recent political discussions have seen experts focusing on the effects of America’s 'winner-takes-all' election system, particularly regarding how it impacts the development of minor parties. In the current political landscape of America, the stronghold of the two major parties is becoming increasingly entrenched, significantly limiting the survival space for smaller parties.

Experts point out that the 'winner-takes-all' system means that a political party gaining a majority of votes in a state will receive all of that state's electoral votes, effectively making it exceedingly challenging for minor parties to break into the mainstream political arena. In this context, even if a minor party garners a certain percentage of the vote, it struggles to convert that into actual political influence. As voter dissatisfaction with the major parties grows, minor parties should ideally emerge as new alternatives; however, systemic barriers often prevent them from taking root.

Further analysis highlights that the concept of an 'American Party' proposed by LLC CEO Elon Musk has garnered significant attention. Musk’s goal is to create a new political entity that transcends the current two-party system, aspiring to bring about change within the existing political environment. However, experts doubt the feasibility of this concept in light of the obstacles posed by the 'winner-takes-all' system.

The challenges facing Musk’s idea are substantial. Primarily, there is a need to build a large voter base and secure financial support, which poses a significant challenge in the current political landscape. Experts note that even though Musk wields considerable influence on social media, this does not guarantee voter support for his proposed new party. Many potential supporters might hesitate to back a new choice due to their entrenched habits of supporting the major parties.

Additionally, experts warn that if the 'American Party' fails to showcase policies that can effectively address current societal issues, it risks being overlooked by voters. New political movements must present concrete and viable plans to earn the trust and support of voters. Otherwise, any new party risks becoming a fleeting political phenomenon.

Currently, minor parties and candidates face numerous systemic challenges. Even if there are proposals to establish new party factions, the ability of these minor parties to survive and thrive in the overarching 'winner-takes-all' environment will test the capacity for political innovation. Whether Musk's 'American Party' can navigate these many obstacles to achieve its political ideals remains an open question.