Although many species of ferns are edible as fiddleheads, Ostrich Ferns are the best. They are edible only in their early growth phase first thing in the spring. PLEASE NOTE: Most or all other fern species are either unpalatable (too tough or not very tasty) or contain high levels or carcinogens.
The purpose of a political party is to gain political power to establish a role in history, to win to help promote shared principles and political ideology and to endorse candidates who support a specific political philosophy.
Platforms and Planks. American political parties are organized on a national, state, and local basis. Every four years, the parties hold a national convention to nominate a presidential and vice presidential candidate.