recall
Definition
A recall is a political process that allows citizens to remove and replace a public official before the end of their term of office. It typically involves collecting a specified number of petition signatures from voters within a certain timeframe to trigger a recall election.
Related terms
Petition: A formal written request, often signed by many people, appealing to authority with respect to a particular cause.
Recall Election: An election held to decide whether an elected official should be removed from office before their term expires.
Voter Mobilization: The process of encouraging and enabling people to participate in the electoral process, often through voting or supporting specific causes or candidates
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