Politics Vocabulary
democracy
A system of government in which the people exercise power directly or elect representatives.
legislation
A law or a set of laws made by a governing body.
Glossary Reference
List of common words related to politics.
democracy
A system of government in which the people exercise power directly or elect representatives.
legislation
A law or a set of laws made by a governing body.
electoral
Relating to an election or the process of voting.
campaign
A structured effort to promote or achieve a specific goal, typically political, marketing, or social in nature.
constituent
A person or group that is represented by an elected official.
policy
A deliberate system of principles to guide decisions and achieve rational outcomes.
government
The governing body of a nation, state, or community.
candidate
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.
referendum
A direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal and can result in the adoption of a new law or policy.
partisan
A person who is strongly devoted to a particular political party or cause.
vote
A formal expression of choice or opinion, typically in a ballot.
coalition
A group formed by individuals or organizations that come together for a common purpose.
opposition
A resistance or dissent, expressed in action or argument.
incumbent
A person currently holding a particular office.
advocacy
The act of supporting or arguing for a cause, policy, or proposal.
bipartisan
Involving cooperation or agreement between two political parties that usually oppose each other's policies.
lobbying
The act of attempting to influence decisions made by officials in the government or other institutions.
polls
A survey of public opinion or a voting process.
manifesto
A public declaration of intentions, opinions, or plans, typically issued by a political party or a group.
politics
The activities associated with the governance of a country or area, especially the debate between parties having power.
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