Political Jargon Flashcards
(50 cards)
“The Hill”
Term for capitol hill, the legislative branch
Bipartisan
the agreement or cooperation if two political parties that are usually oppose each other’s politics
Blue State
a state that predominantly votes/supports the Democratic Party
Bully Pulpit
a public office or position of authority that provides its occupants with an outstanding opportunity to speak out on any issues
Coattails Effect
a popular political party leader attracts votes for other candidates of the same party during an election
Conservative
holding to traditional attitudes and values and cautions about change or innovation
Constituent
being a voting member of a community or organization and having the power to appoint or elect
Demographics
statistical data related to the population and particular groups within it
Earmark
a provision inserted into a discretionary spending appropriations bill that directs funds to a specific recipient while circumventing the merit-based or competitive funds allocation process
Entitlement
programs providing mandated, guaranteed, required benefits to those who meet the eligible requirements and qualifications
Flip-flopper
a shift in opinion
Free-Rider Problem
Market failure that occurs when people take advantage of being able to use common resources without paying for it.
Gender Gap
the difference in opportunities,status, etc. between men and women.
Gerrymandering
The drawing of legislative district boundaries to benefit a party, group, or incumbent.
GOP
Grand Old Party also known as the Republican Party
Grassroots
focuses on citizens or ‘common people’ to help with a specific agenda item or movement
Gridlock
the inability of the government to act because of rival parties control different parts of the government
Independent Expenditure
A political campaign communication that expressly advocates for the election or the defeat of a candidate
Inside the Beltway
Refers to issues that are relevant to the federal government and its contractors rather than the areas outside Washington D.C
K Street
In Washington D.C, Known as the center for numerous Lobbyist.
Lameduck
A politician who’s power has been diminished because of electoral defeat or statutory limitation.
Liberal
Favors more government regulation of business and support for social welfare but less regulation of private social conduct.
Libertarian
A person who is conservative on economic issues but liberal on personal conduct issues.
Litigation
Taking legal action through a judicial process.
