The problem, is that both major parties owe their hearts and souls to corporations, wall street firms, lobbyists, special interests, mega money donors etc. That's where they get their tens and hundreds of millions of dollars to run their organizations and campaigns. One party doesn't hide it, the other does with a wink and a nod. Now I'm going to talk bad about you, but don't worry, I'll take care of you.
We tried getting a third party going with the Reform Party. It didn't last long as it was hijacked. Besides, the two major parties have a habit of adopting any ideas that catch on with the third party as one of their own.
Then there is the problem that Republicans and Democrats write our election laws and they do so as a mutual protection act. If there is one thing both major parties agree on, it's no viable third party will ever rise.
