The national legislative body of the U.S, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives

A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward

The Republican party is also referred to as this

The candidates for a given party are said to be running on this

A direct and universal vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal - it can have national or local forms, which may result in the adoption of a new policy or law

Meeting or formal assembly of representatives or delegates for discussion of action on particular matters or representative party assembly to nominate candidates

A person selected to represent a group of people in a political assembly of the United States

An important topic or problem for debate or discussion

Campaigns use this to influence a political debate, and ultimately, voters.

Programs designed to ensure that the basic needs of the American people are met

A meeting of supporters or members of a specific political party or movement

An area of a country or city, regarded as a distinct unit because of a particular characteristic

This takes place to select office holders for positions such as mayor or city council.

The person who has been elected to the highest office, but hasn't been installed yet.

A group of people, or an organization, seeking or receiving special advantages, typically through political lobbying

An official responsible for the proper and orderly voting at polling stations.

Founded in 1854, this party supports free enterprise, strong defense of the nation, market capitalism, restriction on unions, and free business while opposing same-sex marriage and abortion.

To declare one's public approval, or support of

An organization that campaigns for particular political policies and that gives money to political parties or candidates who support these policies

An optional division of a city or town for administrative and representative purposes, especially for an election

It covers the systems for setting levels for taxation, government budgets, money supply, interest rates, labor market, national ownership, and many other areas

Founded in 1828, this party supports economic and social equality, labor unions, consumer protection, universal healthcare, and environmental protection

The first person in the line of succession in the event the President can no longer carry out his or her duties

The smallest unit into which electoral districts are divided - a county or township is usually subdivided into this

The right to vote, especially in a political discussion