Chapter 10: Campaigns & Elections Flashcards
In the nomination stage, candidates rely little on what?
The parties that they associate with
Used to gauge public interest and public positions
Public Opinion Polls
The agenda is set by what?
A preference of electorates
Used to help create sound bites
Media Consultants
Campaigns are centered on what?
The Candidate
The 2 stages in a campaign
- Nominating the Candidate
- Getting the Candidate Elected
Parties help provide what for candidates?
Funds & Services
In the percentage for the incumbency rate
93%
Must be represented by a resident of the district
District Seat
Must be represented by a resident of the state
Senate Seat
Could determine the outcome of congressional elections
Coattail Effect
You are so popular you bring your entire party in the house with you
Coattail Effect
Used in 43 states
Primaries
The other 7 states use this
Conventions or Caucus
Registered in that party, the most common
Closed Ballot
Registered Voter
Open Ballot
Used in only 4 states and all candidates are on the ballot
Blanket Ballot
What are some things that are used in modern campaigns
Media Experts, Ad Agencies, Film Crew, Fundraising, Consultants, Volunteers, and Computer Experts
Used to determine what the issues are and how to stand on them
Opinion Pollsters
Held every 4 years on even numbered years
Presidential Elections
Occur on even numbered years between presidential elections
Midterm Elections
First Tuesday after the first monday in november
Election Dates
