Election
Definition
An election is a process in which individuals vote to select someone for a particular office or position of power. It is a democratic way for the public to have a voice in choosing their leaders.
Analogy
Imagine an election as a popularity contest in high school, where students vote for their favorite candidate to become the class president. The candidate who receives the most votes wins and becomes the leader of the class.
Related terms
Suffrage: The right to vote in political elections.
Electoral College: A group of electors chosen by each state who formally cast votes for the election of the President and Vice President of the United States.
Campaign: Organized efforts made by candidates and their supporters to persuade voters and gain support during an election.
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