For
Independent candidates could focus on real issues, not party loyalty.
Against
Parties provide structure, organization, and shared responsibility.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“Without party cues, voters would have to rely more on debates, policy platforms, and third party analysis.”
“Actually having to think about politics and not merely rooting for "teams" would encourage proper policy and debate.”
“"parties" will always exist in any kind of political system.”
“Political parties provide for a transparent mechanism for the organisation of political interests.”