Partisan Constraints

Partisan constraints refer to the ways in which political parties influence and limit the decisions and actions of government officials, especially judges and policymakers. These constraints are shaped by party loyalty, organizational rules, and ideological commitments, reducing the likelihood of decisions that oppose party interests. Essentially, they serve as a guiding framework that encourages individuals to act in line with their party’s stance, which can lead to more predictable and unified political behavior, but may also limit flexibility and compromise in decision-making processes.