GH @ Our nominating and campaign finance systems really make it difficult for the brightest and most talented leadership
take a long view and compare US government with others, starting mid 1770s… revolution with limited casualties during, and more importantl,y after; just one ltl civil war; peaceful transitions of government (so far); no military coups; just several presidents shot; no Nazis or Communists as serious parties. I think it compares favorably with many other major powers in the world (so, don’t compare with Canada or Switzerland).
Specifically, the 2-party system forces people to form large coalitions. Dismiss success at your own risk.