Political Parties
Definition
Political parties are organized groups of people who share similar political beliefs and work together to influence government policies and gain control of the government through elections.
Analogy
Think of political parties as different teams in a sports league. Each team has its own players, strategies, and goals, but they all compete against each other to win the championship title.
Related terms
Ideology: A set of beliefs or values that guide a political party's policies and actions.
Party Platform: A document that outlines a political party's stance on various issues and serves as a guide for their members' decision-making.
Party System: The structure and organization of multiple political parties within a country's political landscape.
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- Which regime objective is associated with an increase in the number of political parties represented in national legislatures and the election of minority and women candidates?
- What is the primary role of political parties in democratic regimes?
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