Minister depend much on the varying political climate at that time. In Britain, the example of the Conservative rebellions over Europe throughout the life of the Major government which served to decrease the government majority and eventually render it non-existent, showed how party support could be lost and extremely weaken a Prime Minister's power. By contrast, many political observers have noted the growth of a more cohesive party system, especially after the 'Contract With America' produced by the Republican Party in 1994 after a sweeping victory in the elections for both Houses of Congress. If the Congressional composition remains as it is after the elections in November and Bush wins the Presidential election, it will be interesting to see how the relationship between he and Congress will develop and if such party unity does in fact exist. Undoubtedly, the prime minister appears to hold a considerable advantage in controlling his party, much more so than the president, who is faced with a disunited party system and the la
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