Chapter 8

An organization that sponsors candidates under its name.

A system that creates and enforces laws, makes decisions, and maintains control.

Closed meeting of a party to decide policy and candidates.

The statement of policies of a political party.

Change in voting patterns following a critical election.

Single candidate getting the most votes wins

Legislative seats awarded to a party in proportion to the vote it received in election.

The political party by which a person identifies.

Centralized organization that dominates local politics by controlling elections.

Voters hold members of their party accountable.

Designation of the official candidate of the part.

Body of ellectors chosen by voters to cast votes for President and Vice President.

Gathering of delegates to decide platform and candidates.

Sharp change in party patterns among voters.

Political system in which two major parties dominate.

Party chairpersons and officials from every state.