The Opposition
Definition
In politics, the opposition refers to a political party or group that is not currently in power but is working against the ruling party's policies and actions.
Analogy
Think of a soccer match where one team has possession of the ball (the ruling party), while the other team (the opposition) tries to intercept, block passes, and score goals.
Related terms
Minority Party: This is a political party that does not have majority control within a legislative body. They often form part of the opposition.
Shadow Government: In parliamentary systems, this refers to senior members of the opposition who scrutinize their corresponding government ministers and prepare to assume those roles should they win an election.
Political Dissent: This term refers to any expression or action that opposes or challenges existing governmental policies or authority.
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