Politics

CH 10 VOCAB blanket primary A primary election in which each voter may vote for candidates from both parties. closed primary A primary election in which voting is limited to already registered party members. Coattails The alleged tendency of candidates to win more votes in an election because of the presence at the top of the ticket of a better-known candidate, such as the president. 527 organizations Organizations that, under section 527 of the Internal Revenue Code, raise and spend money to advance political causes. general election An election held to choose which candidate will hold of?ce. Gerrymandering Drawing the boundaries of legislative districts in bizarre or unusual shapes to favor one party. Incumbent The person already holding an elective of?ce.