US Political Terms

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a formal or official change to a document

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amendment

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body of electors chosen by the voters in each state to elect the president and vice president of the U.S.

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Electoral College

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a person who has the right to vote in an election

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electors

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one major US political party, more conservative, wants limited government; symbol: elephant

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Republicans

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one major US political party, more liberal, wants involved government; symbol: donkey

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Democrats

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politicians who are elected to serve an area of a state

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Congressional Representation

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a person who believes that government action is the best way to achieve equal opportunity, protect civil rights, and help those in need

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Liberal

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a person who believes that limited government is best, with little oversight of businesses, plus strong support for traditional lifestyle choices

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Conservative

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misleading information, used to promote a political cause or point of view

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Propaganda

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an organized course of action to achieve a goal

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Campaign