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Civics Glossary

Key terms and definitions to help you understand U.S. federal elections and government processes.

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Note: This glossary provides educational definitions of common civics and election terms. Definitions are simplified for general understanding and may not cover all legal nuances or state-specific variations.

This site explains the structure and history of U.S. federal elections and is not an official government resource. All data shown is for educational purposes only.