govmint 7 Flashcards
1
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blanket primary
A
a voting process in which voters receive a long ballot containing the names of all contenders regardless of part, and can vote however they choose
2
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closed primary
A
a party nominating election in which only declared party members can vote
3
Q
coattail effect
A
the effect of a strong candidate running for office at the top of a ballot helping to attract voters to other candidates on the party’s ticket
4
Q
general election
A
the regularly scheduled election at which make a final selection of office holders
5
Q
injunction
A
a court order that forces or limits the performance of some act by a private individual or by a public official
6
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literacy
A
a persons ability to read and write
