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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.

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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.