Political Parties and Electoral Process

A political system where two major parties dominate the government, with limited third-party influence.

A group of people who share similar political views and work together to influence government policy.

A system where the candidate who receives the most votes, even if they don't have more than half, wins the election.

A process where the political parties' base of support among voters shifts over time due to changes in social or economic conditions.

A political party that represents a specific ideology or set of beliefs that differs significantly from the mainstream.

The group of people who are eligible to vote in an election.

A powerful group of individuals within a political party who dominate local politics, often using patronage and favors to control the system.

The practice of rewarding political supporters with government jobs or favors, often used by party machines to maintain control.

A political candidate who is not affiliated with any political party.

A political party that breaks off from a larger party, usually due to disagreements on issues.

A system where multiple political parties compete for power, often resulting in coalition governments.

Voting for candidates from different parties on the same ballot, indicating a less rigid party loyalty.

A type of election where the candidate with the most votes wins, even if they don't receive a majority.

A political party that focuses on issues that are not addressed by the two main parties.

A system where a single political party controls the government and dominates political activity.

A system where political power is distributed between different levels of government, including local, state, and national.

The process where citizens register to vote and participate in elections.

A secret ballot where voters' choices are hidden, promoting privacy and discouraging intimidation.

A system where a single candidate is elected for each office, as opposed to proportional representation.

The process of selecting candidates for political office, often through primaries or conventions.

The period from the 1900s to the 1920s characterized by social and political reform movements.

A series of programs and policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the Great Depression.

The practice of giving government jobs to loyal supporters of a political party, often used by party machines.

A system where candidates from different parties compete for control of the government.

Political parties that are not the two main dominant parties in a two-party system.

The process by which political parties and candidates raise and spend money for elections.

Organizations that raise and spend money to support or oppose political candidates or causes.

Organizations that are formed to support or oppose a particular issue or policy, often working to influence government decisions.

The process where citizens vote for candidates to fill elected offices, often at the local, state, or national level.

The process of choosing candidates for political office within a party, often through primaries.

The right of citizens to cast votes in elections, a cornerstone of democracy.