Steamroller
A “steamroller” is someone who brings something about by means of brute political might.
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Earmarks
Earmarks are funds that are allocated to a specific program, project or for a designated purpose, or that direct specific exemptions from taxes or mandated fees.
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Borking
“Borking” is attacking a person’s reputation and views for the purposes of denying them a political appointment.
By-Election
A “by-election” is an election held to fill a political office that has become vacant between regularly scheduled elections.
Oppo
The term “oppo” refers to opposition research, a crucial activity undertaken by political entities to collect information on adversaries that could be used to their advantage or to counter the…
Open Convention
A party convention in which delegates are able to vote for the candidate of their choice, and are not tied to the results of primaries or caucuses.
Astrotweeting
“Astrotweeting” is the creation of fake Twitter profiles to show support for a political candidate.