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Linkage Institutions

Definition

Linkage institutions are structures within a society that connect the people to the government or centralized authority. These institutions include elections, political parties, interest groups, and the media.

Related terms

Elections: These are formal decision-making processes where citizens choose individuals to hold public office. Elections are one way that citizens can directly influence who makes decisions on their behalf.

Political Parties: Political parties are organized groups of people who share similar political views and work together to influence government policy by getting their candidates elected.

Media: The media refers to various means of communication such as newspapers, television, radio, and social media platforms. They play an important role in informing the public about current events and shaping opinions on various issues.

"Linkage Institutions" appears in:

Subjects (1)

  • AP Comparative Government

Additional resources (1)

  • AP US Government - 5.3 Political Parties

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