[header] How to choose your political party in the united states [title] Find a list of parties in your state. [step] Most state boards of election will provide you with a list of parties registered in your state. This will probably include some basic information about the parties' beliefs, contact information, and membership numbers. 
[substeps] There are many more political parties in the united states beyond those that appear on ballots. States have laws about how much support a party needs to actually appear on the state ballot.