Voting behaviour and the media Flashcards

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What is class dealignment ?

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The process where individuals no longer identify themselves as
belonging to a certain class and for political purposes fail to make a class connection with their voting pattern.

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What is partisan dealignment ?

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The process where individuals no longer identify themselves on a long-term basis by being associated with a certain political party

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What is governing competency ?

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The perceived ability of the governing party in office to manage the affairs of the state well and effectively. It can also be a potential view of opposition parties and their perceived governing competency if
they were to secure office.

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What is a manifesto ?

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In its manifesto, a political party will spell out in detail what actions and programmes it would like to put in place if it is successful in the next election – a set of promises for future action.

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What is a mandate ?

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The successful party following an election claims it has the authority (mandate) to implement its manifesto promises and also a general permission to govern as new issues arise.

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