Midterm Elections
Definition
These are national elections held two years after the presidential elections, during which voters elect members of Congress - both Representatives and Senators - but not a new president.
Related terms
General Elections: These are elections where voters choose from among candidates running for various political offices, including the presidency.
Primary Elections: These are elections held to select a party's candidate for the general election.
Gerrymandering: This is a practice intended to establish an unfair political advantage for a particular party or group by manipulating district boundaries.
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Study guides (1)
AP US Government - 5.9 Congressional Elections
Additional resources (1)
AP US Government - 5.2 Voter Turnout
Practice Questions (3)
Which trend is observed with respect to midterm elections?
What is one reason why midterm elections often result in losses for the party of the incumbent president?
What is a common trend seen in the U.S regarding voter turnout during midterm elections?
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