Congress
Constituent
Definition
A person who lives in an elected official's district or state. Members of Congress serve and answer to their constituents.
Related Terms
District
The area a member of Congress represents. The House has 435 districts, each with one representative. District lines are redrawn after each census.
RepresentativeA member of the House of Representatives. Also called a Congressman or Congresswoman.
SenatorA member of the Senate. Each state has two Senators regardless of population.
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Common Questions
- What does "Constituent" mean?
- A person who lives in an elected official's district or state. Members of Congress serve and answer to their constituents.
- What terms are related to constituent?
- Related terms include: District, Representative, Senator. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for constituent.