political monopoly

A reference to when one or two political parties have control of a vast majority of the government over a prolonged period of time.
The United States government would be an example of a political monopoly.
by Vanguard 1998 February 03, 2023
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political constipation

When a political figure in a high office, (i.e.; The President) tries to push for some sort of change but is unable to due to opposition from the opposing party.
The President has political constipation since he can't get new regulations to pass in Congress.
by darcwizrd September 11, 2013
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Legacy politics

Any of the following describes legacy politics.
1. A political system that favors high dollar donors over serving the people.
2. Politicians engaging in backroom deals designed to reap the most credit for any legislation regardless of the legislation's value to the people.
3. Using discussion stopping labels, such as 'racist', 'bigot' & 'misogynist' to "win" arguments.
4. Pandering to voters while doing little for them.
5. A political mindset that has been discredited by electing non-politicians
Speaker Ryan's Health Care Reform failed because he is stuck in legacy politics mode and the smarter politicians aren't playing along.
by imotore March 31, 2017
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Political Fashionista

A person who partakes in trendy political agendas purely on being fashionable with what's happening for their own shallow appearance.
"it angers me how many people are talking about what people can say and what they can't. Can you believe that people are trying to limit free speech if its offensive!?"

"I know, don't worry. It'll be over soon, they're just political fashionistas. Soon the trends will shift to something else.
by Dr.FranknMr.Stein January 15, 2020
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Political Prostitution

An act which originated in Iloilo City, Philippines upon which, in order to maintain political hegemony, canditates use political contributions of one candidate for the benefit of rival candidates.
Political Prostitution is commonplace in Iloilo City, Philippines where turncoatism and treachery is rife. This happened to candidate Manny Villar in 2010 in Iloilo City.
by Comelec November 21, 2021
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Selective political pressure

A tactic employed by certain politicians and groups that want to push their political agendas where that group or politician will say and or do certain things related to supporting or opposing specific issues in order to get certain types of reactions from particular populations, interest groups, and or, in some cases, other politicians. They usually do this to get more votes from different populations in society, or to get more financial and or political support from particular interest groups.
Natasha: I heard Senator Murkowski recently gave a speech on how they supported efforts of oil companies to begin drilling in certain parts of Alaska. I’m not sure why she would give a speech like that when she supports moving the country towards using renewable energy sources to prevent climate change, which negatively impacts many populations in her state. I could cost her their support down the line.
Ronald: She maybe employing selective political pressure in order to get more support from certain oil companies and specific Native American communities by appearing to support an issue they care about.
by Vanguard 1998 July 09, 2021
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Group Politics

A form of politics specifically confined to an individual and or separate group or organization from the rest of the greater whole. It is not necessarily non-aligned, unaffiliated, or cliquish, but it can be any one or the other depending on the particular political and or social biases and leanings of that particular group and its people.
You and your friends form a small separate group from the greater whole of the community or country, with its own group specific ideals, beliefs, and values.
It is a form of Group Think or Group Politics.
by PopulousMaster September 27, 2022
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