A platform refers to the set of ideas, principles, and policies that a political party or candidate supports and promotes during an election campaign.
Imagine a platform as the menu at a restaurant. Just like a menu lists all the available options for customers to choose from, a platform outlines all the ideas and policies that voters can choose from when deciding which candidate or party aligns with their values.
Ideology: A set of beliefs or values that guide an individual's or group's understanding of politics and society.
Party System: The organization and structure of political parties within a country's political system.
Campaign Finance: The funding sources and regulations related to financing election campaigns.
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