It’s always been a bit of a puzzle for me to define just what the Democratic Party is. There are no formal membership dues, and registration varies by state. Candidates can sometimes run for the party nomination without being a member
As a non-American this kind of stuff has always been a bit bewildering for me. Why is such opacity accepted in the electoral/political process?
Doesn't this always risk shifting power to unknown and unaccountable individuals?
Doesn't this muddying of waters allow for all sorts of hidden conflicts of interest?