| A | B |
|---|
| liberal | favors the government as a tool for change |
| conservative | favors a smaller role for government |
| moderate | does not consistantly think/vote one way |
| reactionary | wants to "go back in time" - NOW |
| radical | wants to "go into the future" - NOW |
| National Rifle Assoc. | example of a single issue interest group |
| Teamsters union | example of a occupational interest group |
| interest groups | seek to educate public and influenc laws |
| opinion polls | helps gage what the public is thinking |
| resolution | an idea put forth to consider |
| party plank | position a pol. party has on one issue |
| party platform | position a pol. party has on many issues |
| delegate | person who represents others |
| alternate | a "back-up" person to a delegate |
| caucus | a meeting of like minded people |
| band wagon | joining a cause because others do so |
| testimonial propaganda | a famous person supports an issue/product |
| emotionally loaded words | "He is an outstanding leader..." |
| plainfolks propaganda | when a famous person acts like ordinary people |
