Elections
Party
Definition
A political party. It is a group that organizes candidates and voters around shared goals. Democrats and Republicans are the two major U.S. parties.
Related Terms
Majority Party
The party with the most seats in a chamber. It picks the committee chairs and controls the agenda.
Minority PartyThe party with fewer seats in a chamber. Its senior members on each committee serve as ranking members.
Primary ElectionAn election held to determine which candidates will represent a political party in the general election.
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Common Questions
- What does "Party" mean?
- A political party. It is a group that organizes candidates and voters around shared goals. Democrats and Republicans are the two major U.S. parties.
- What terms are related to party?
- Related terms include: Majority Party, Minority Party, Primary Election. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for party.