AP Gov Ch. 13 Vocab

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Ways individuals influence government laws and policies

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political participation

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An organization that raises money to elect or defeat candidates and may donate directly to campaigns, subject to limits.

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political action committee

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Channels connecting individuals with government: elections, political parties, interest groups, media.

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Linkage institution

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Joining individuals for social or political change to influence policy agenda

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social movement

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The right to vote

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suffrage

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Allows those 18+ to vote

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26th amendment

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Prohibits Congress and states from imposing poll taxes for federal voting.

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twenty-fourth amendment

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A payment required by government before voting.

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poll tax

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Eligible voters participating in an election as a percentage of total eligible voters

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voter turnout

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Measurable traits of a population, like economic status, education, age, race, and gender.

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demographic characteristics