Chapter 8 - Political Parties Flashcards
1
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factions
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a group or bloc in a legislature or political party acting in pursuit of some special interest or position
2
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reverse-income effect
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a tendency for wealthier states or regions to favor the Democrats and for less wealthy states or regions to favor the Republicans. The effect appears paradoxical because it reverses traditional patterns of support
3
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safe seat
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a direct that returns the legislator with 55% of the vote or more
4
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third party
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a political party other than the two major political parties (Republican and Democratic)
5
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tipping
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a phenomenon that occurs when a group that is becoming more numerous over time grows large enough to change the political balance in a district, state, or country
